Wedges: They may be the summer’s hottest look but according to podiatrists, wedges can be bad news for feet. As well as putting pressure on the ball of the foot, your foot could slip off the wedge heel risking injury. 
Flip-flops: Fine for on the beach but not so hot in the city pounding the concrete pavements. ‘They provide absolutely no cushioning or support to the feet,’ says Dr Tariq Khan, podiatric consultant and specialist in homeopathic podiatry. ‘And the slapping action simply builds up hard skin and callouses on the soles. Flip-flops are not a good idea if you have to walk long distances as they can also cause muscle pain.’
Clogs: The wooden variety have no cushioning which could affect the lower spine and ligaments in the knees and hips. They are also very heavy and having to lift such a weight with each step may strain the main walking muscles in the foot..jpg)
Flatties: A much better option than heels but can affect posture as they provide no support for your feet.
Mules: There is a risk of the foot slipping off the sole of the shoe which could have serious consequences in terms of muscle and tendon damage. In addition, when the foot gets sweaty, it tends to slip forward, increasing the risk of blisters or chafing.STEP TO IT
Exercising your feet will help keep them flexible and strong. Try these simple moves…Stand, feet slightly apart, and raise yourself up and down with the weight on your shoes.
Stand on the bottom step of a staircase, toes extending over the edge. Bend the toes as if gripping the edge. Hold for a count of two and then flex the toes upwards for a count of two.
Lie flat on the floor with the soles of your feet against the wall. Spread your toes wide as they grasp the surface and ‘climb’ the wall. This is especially good for beating cramp.
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