Your feet have carried you through decades of work, family responsibilities, vacations, and everyday errands, but they may start changing in ways you never expected after 60. Perhaps your favorite shoes suddenly feel too tight, your heels ache after a short walk, or you’ve noticed that your balance isn’t quite what it used to be. These changes might seem minor, but they can affect your mobility, independence, and even your retirement budget.
A medical review published in the Journal of the American Medical Directors Association cites an analysis of 31 studies involving 75,505 participants that found approximately 24% of adults ages 45 and older experienced foot pain. While not every change signals a serious problem, recognizing foot changes after 60 can help you address discomfort before it interferes with everyday activities or leads to unnecessary medical expenses. Here are seven changes worth watching and what you can do about them.
