If you have had a previous ankle injury and have seen a foot Surgeon London or an ankle specialist London, it is only normal that you would be looking to avoid further ankle pain. Ankle sprains are extremely common and they can be caused not only by nasty falls and missteps but actually the minutest wrong ankle movement. Your ankle is made up of ligaments and when these are worn or torn, you can experience ankle pain, or worse, ankle instability. This can affect your very ability to stand or walk.

Purchasing shoes for comfort

Certainly, purchasing shoes for comfort is one of the best ways to prevent ankle pain. There are fashionable shoes, but using these shoes should be minimised if one wishes to maintain good ankle and foot health. High heels, slippery shoes, narrow toe space, and heavy shoes can cause imbalance, ankle wear and ligament strain, leading to serious ankle health problems.

Wide toe-space

Your shoes must not be so loose that they actually cause tripping. They should be the right length but you should be able to wiggle your toes inside while wearing your shoes comfortably. Cramped shoes can cause calluses, bunions and wounds and this can affect the way you walk.

Flat heels

As much as possible, you must avoid wearing high-heeled shoes. High heels can cause undue stress on your backbone, ankles and other parts of your legs and feet. Repeated and prolonged wearing of high heels can cause permanent damage to your body.

Arch support

As much as possible, you must purchase your shoes in a store that allows you to fit them. This will help you assess if the shoes have ample arch support. For this to be done, the fitter must look at the arch of your feet. Do you have a flat arch? If you do, you need a pair of shoes that have good arch support. A neutral arch can wear almost any type of shoes as long as it has proper shock absorption properties. A high arch will need more padding compared to what shoes from the store usually have to offer, so special insoles may be needed for comfortable wear.

Shoe sizes

Shoes differ in style and structure. Your shoe size should only be used as a loose guide when choosing a pair of shoes. You may need to size up or size down depending on the structure of the shoes you have chosen.

Special shoes for high-impact sports

While it is tempting to purchase cheap shoes for sports, it can be highly detrimental to your ankle and foot health. This is especially the case if you have been to a foot surgeon London before and have had surgery done. You may need special orthopaedic shoes and other ankle supports if you will be putting a lot of pressure on your ankles. While branded sports shoes might cost a lot of money, they can spell the difference between a risky, uncomfortable training, and a stable, safe one.

If you need to consult a foot and ankle expert, visit https://www.footanklelondon.com/ to learn more about Dr. Martin Klinke. You may also call 020 7403 4162 to book an appointment.