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As the elderly age, their legs and feet will inevitably be inflexible. As a result of age, a person's feet degenerate, and the arches of the elderly are sunken and their feet are swollen. If the shoes are not comfortable, it is not only difficult to walk, but also easy to fall. Falls are a major cause of death among people aged 65 years and older. Therefore, it is very important for the elderly to choose a comfortable pair of shoes.
According to data from the mainland, more than 70% of the elderly face the condition of ill-fitting shoes, and uncomfortable shoes have become a major safety risk in the daily life of the elderly group.
Turn on the TV, the screen is full of "senior shoes" or "hiking shoes", the seller claims that these shoes are tailor-made for the elderly, better fit the characteristics of the feet of the elderly, and are not only comfortable to wear, but also fashionable.
In fact, we must consider many aspects when choosing shoes, not good-looking, expensive shoes must be good shoes. Elderly friends must avoid 3 pits when buying shoes, otherwise, it will be too late to regret falling down one day.
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The elderly wear shoes "three don'ts"
1. The soles should not be too soft
Many people feel that soft shoes are more comfortable, but in fact, soft shoes tend to be more uncomfortable than hard shoes during walking.
Soft soles can lead to a lack of support on the soles of the feet and a collapse of the arch. The arch of the old man's foot has gone through many years and has aged, and the shock absorption effect is not as good as before, so the too soft sole cannot replace the old man's arch to exercise a certain shock absorption function.
And if you wear such shoes for a long time, it is like stepping on cotton, and your body is unstable. This can lead to damage to soft tissues, cause foot pain, and even implicate ankle and knee joint health.
2. The soles should not be flat
Not all flat shoes are absolutely comfortable, and for older people, shoes that are too flat are not the most suitable choice, as walking speed and coordination usually become slower with age, and the fat layer at the heel also tends to be thinner.
The cushioning ability of the feet is not as good as when I was young, and it is good to walk on a flat road with too many shoes, but if I walk on a potholed road, I will definitely not be able to walk a few steps and the soles of my feet will hurt. If the sole is made very thin and there is no special cushioning layer, the shock absorption will also be poor.
3. The soles should not be too thick
Some elderly people like thick-soled shoes, but in fact, the soles are too thick, and they are not suitable for middle-aged and elderly people. Because in addition to walking, our feet also have to adjust the balance of the body by feeling different grounds, if the heels are high and cannot walk normally, we will not be able to feel the changes in the ground well, which can easily lead to sprains.
If you really buy shoes for the elderly according to the advertisement, it is likely to do bad things with good intentions, which will affect the health of the elderly. So, what shoes should seniors buy?
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Shoes suitable for the elderly
1. Fit! Try it before you can choose
The premise of a well-fitting pair of shoes is not to squeeze your feet. So, make sure there is enough space in the shoe for the toes to move freely, and choose shoes based on the longest toe (usually the second toe). Whether the "old man's shoes" are suitable or not, they cannot be worn by experience, they must be tried.
Early in the morning, noon and late afternoon, the size of your feet will change, and the fatigue of the whole day will cause your feet to swell, which may not be suitable when choosing shoes, so the afternoon is the ideal time to try on shoes.
2. Non-slip! No falling
A good non-slip sole usually has three main elements: a thick rubber sole, a transverse texture on the sides, and a rough finish. Of all materials, rubber has the best anti-slip effect and is preferably made of natural rubber.
Preventing slipping is key to avoiding falls. Choose shoes with deep grooved soles that not only do not easily embed sand stones, but also promote drainage, and are especially recommended for those that develop sideways, extend on both sides, and have an open design at the edges.
Pick a pair of shoes with a bump design, the smaller these bumps, the better their slip resistance.
Some people over-pursue non-slip, which is also too much. While slip-resistant soles are crucial, they can sometimes increase the risk of falling, just as slippage can occur when a vehicle brakes suddenly.
3. Shock absorption! Reduce impact force
Only with good resilience can cushioning and shock absorption be more effective when walking. Elderly people walk slowly and heavily, and if they wear shoes that cannot effectively absorb shock for a long time, they will impact the soles of their feet, leading to the occurrence of so-called "foot inflammation".
How can you tell if shock absorption is reasonable?
Press the sole, when the finger pushes down, the sole has a certain deformation, and you can feel a force sent back.
4. Support! one-third of the bend
When choosing a shoe, try to match the toe to the heel bend, as the crease of the shoe is located in the front third of the sole, which provides excellent arch support and is very comfortable to wear.
During the fitting process, you should turn your feet to the left and right sides while standing to test the stability of the shoes. If the ankle part is easy to turn over, it is recommended not to buy it, otherwise it is easy to wear it and break the foot.
A well-fitting pair of comfortable shoes can help reduce stress when walking, cause less damage to the joints, and reduce the risk of falling.
Write at the end
It is really not an easy task to be filial to parents and help the elderly choose a suitable pair of shoes. Talent is a good companion for action. Choose the right pair of shoes, and you will get healthier and healthier!