#050 - Podiatrist Reveals How Shoes Can Damage Your Feet

In this episode of Comfort Walk & Talk, hosts Jeff, Allanah, and Ben are joined by podiatrist Sophie to explore the intersection of footwear design and comfort. They discuss the two main types of orthotics: accommodative and functional, highlighting how each serves different needs. Sophie emphasizes the importance of finding shoes that accommodate orthotics, pointing out common pitfalls such as insufficient depth for orthotic inserts. The conversation also delves into what features to look for in footwear to ensure comfort and support, and how these insights relate to the offerings of Comfort Co brands. Tune in to learn how to make informed choices for healthier steps!Stop suffering in uncomfortable shoes! Discover stylish comfort shoes here: https://www.thecomfortco.com.au/ Follow The Comfort Co: https://www.thecomfortco.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/the.comfortcohttps://www.facebook.com/TheComfortCoOfficialhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheComfortCo.FootwearTimestamps:[00:00:00] Intro.[00:02:16] Footwear design for all-day standing.[00:05:48] Recovery slides for sore feet.[00:09:21] Hard to fit feet.[00:10:50] Outside bunions and their impact.[00:15:21] Importance of heel counters.[00:18:50] Orthotic friendly footwear explained.[00:21:12] Choosing orthotic-friendly shoes.[00:26:29] Shoe size and foot health.[00:28:17] Proper shoe fitting guidelines.[00:31:51] Barefoot shoe movement explained.