Choosing the Right Footwear for the Appropriate Sport

Be sure to wear sport-specific shoes when you play a particular sport for at least three times a week.  It is highly recommended that you consult with the Chiropodist to ensure that you are wearing the proper shoe size and type of shoe.

The following are just a few shoe recommendations for different types of sports:-

BASKETBALL

Common foot injuries: sprains, tendonitis, stress fractures

The ideal basketball shoe should:

–       Have a thick, stiff sole that gives support while running and landing jumps.

–       Have a high ankle construction that supports the ankle during quick changes in direction.

SOCCER

Common foot injuries: ankle sprains, turf toe, ingrown toenails

The ideal soccer cleat should:

–       Not have more than a half inch of space between your longest toe and the end of the shoe.

–       Feature the stud type for the ground that will be played on most often: soft, hard or firm.

TENNIS & BADMINTON

Common foot injuries: ankle sprains, tendonitis, torn knee ligaments

The ideal court shoe should:

–       Have a sufficient amount of heel support.  Ensure that the area surrounding the heel is stiff enough and

has adequate padding to prevent injury when making quick changes in direction.

–        Ensure that the sole of the shoe is stiff to provide support when running.

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RUNNING

Common foot injuries: plantar fasciitis, shin splints, toenail conditons

The ideal running shoe should:

–       Provide maximum shock absorption, to help runners avoid injuries.

–       Match your foot’s arch type (low, medium or high)