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\nHave you heard of orthopedic shoes but thought they were only beneficial for individuals with foot problems and only came in outdated styles? If that\u2019s the case, you\u2019re not alone! Many people are unaware of how far <\/span>orthopedic shoes<\/span><\/a> have come in recent years both in the technology they integrate and the fashion-forward styles they come in. Orthopedic shoes can have an incredible impact on your overall health and are beneficial for any individual, regardless of existing foot issues. The misconceptions surrounding orthopedic shoes could be the barrier between you gaining a number of extremely beneficial health benefits that orthopedic shoes offer. To help you understand exactly what orthopedic shoes are and how they impact the body, we\u2019ve created a comprehensive guide that will give you all of the fundamental knowledge you need to man an informed decision about whether or not orthopedic shoes could be a beneficial addition to your life. Along the way, we\u2019ll educate you on <\/span>how<\/b> shoes impact the body, <\/span>what<\/b> orthopedic shoes are, and the <\/span>benefits<\/b> of wearing orthopedic shoes. <\/span><\/p>\n

How Shoes Impact The Body<\/span><\/h2>\n

Before we dive into the ways in which orthopedic shoes <\/span>and supportive shoes <\/span>can have a positive effect on your overall health, first let\u2019s walk through how shoes impact the body and the negative consequences that can result from wearing unsupportive shoes for an extended period of time. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Do you ever think about the fact that human beings used to walk around in all different terrains and areas in the world without any shoes on at all? In today\u2019s world, that seems almost unimaginable, but that\u2019s because the surfaces we walk on have undergone a huge shift and there has been a surge in the available footwear options for human beings to choose from. While we used to walk on soft, natural surfaces like dirt and sand, that naturally form to fit the shape of your footprint. Now, our world is primarily comprised of hard, man-made surfaces like concrete, tile, and hardwood floors. Shoes are no longer just a way to protect your feet, they are also an expression of your unique style and aesthetic preferences. Now we are responsible for choosing footwear that serves its main function, to support and protect our feet, while also making sure that it enhances our personal style. This can be a tough challenge and in many cases, it can be much simpler to just purchase a pair of shoes that fit your style, even if they\u2019re lacking the support your feet need. It can feel like the fashion industry doesn\u2019t care about making sure footwear has the right supportive features for your feet and like the foot health industry doesn\u2019t think to offer styles that are fashion-forward and modern. For many of us, this creates an impossible dynamic in which we have to choose between function and fashion. <\/span><\/p>\n

Unfortunately, if you do choose fashion over function, there can be significant long-term and short-term consequences. Many shoes do not have the supportive infrastructure your feet need to be properly supported and aligned with your body or the design to properly fit your foot, which leads to many individuals wearing shoes that are unsupportive and ill-fitting. In the short-term, this can lead to the development of corns, nail problems, and athlete\u2019s foot, to name a few common foot conditions. In the long-term, the consequences can be much more significant and lead to issues such as back pain, collapsed arches, and joint pain, among many others. To avoid these negative health effects, it\u2019s vital to invest in orthopedic shoes that have the right supportive features needed to keep your feet comfortable and supported with every step. Your shoes can have an incredible impact on your body and overall health and whether that effect is negative or positive is dependent on whether you are wearing unsupportive or supportive footwear. Now that you know what\u2019s at stake and what a significant role shoes can play in your health, we want to walk you through what orthopedic shoes are and the benefits you can gain from wearing orthopedic shoes.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Exactly Are Orthopedic Shoes? <\/span><\/h3>\n

To know exactly how and why orthopedic shoes are beneficial for your overall health, we want to first walk you through what orthopedic shoes are and what makes orthopedic shoes different from the unsupportive shoes you\u2019ve likely seen and worn before. <\/span><\/p>\n

So, what are orthopedic shoes?<\/span> How do you find the <\/span>best shoes for arch support<\/span><\/a>? The word \u2018orthopedic\u2019 is Greek in origin and is comprised of a root, \u2018ortho\u2019 that means \u2018correct\u2019 or \u2018right\u2019 and \u2018pedic,\u2019 which means \u2018foot.\u2019 When these words are put together, orthopedic roughly translates to \u2018correct feet,\u2019 because the goal of orthopedic shoes is to make sure all of the essential elements of your feet are properly supported. Orthopedic shoes are shoes that are specifically designed to help support the mechanics and structure of the foot, ankle, and leg. Many shoes are not designed with this aim in mind, which is why they lack supportive features that help to properly balance, support, and stabilize your feet with every step. You may be asking yourself, \u201cSo what features make orthopedic shoes different than other shoes and how do they support different elements of your feet?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Every company that manufactures orthopedic shoes has different supportive features that are incorporated to provide optimal support to your feet. At Vionic, our <\/span>Orthaheel Technology<\/span><\/a> is the culmination of over thirty years of research development to deliver cutting-edge biomechanics technology embedded in every pair to bring you the <\/span>best orthopedic shoes<\/span><\/a> on the market. If you\u2019re not quite clear on what biomechanics is, it\u2019s a fancy way of saying the science of the way we move. Our in-house experts in foot and body movements helped design our unique biomechanical technology<\/span> and <\/span>Vio Motion Support<\/span><\/a> that is concealed under your foot and hugs your arches like a natural footprint. Below are a few of the most vital elements that make up our orthopedic shoes that distinguish them from the unsupportive shoes you\u2019re used to. <\/span><\/p>\n