Although barefoot activity is advocated for most normal feet there are times when shoes must be worn. Some things to look for when buying children’s shoes are…
- A “retaining” mechanism (a strap or lace) to hold the foot back into the heel of the shoe
- Heel height of 2cm or less
- Inflexible sole between the heel and the ball of the foot (rigid shank)
- Adequate breadth across the ball of the shoe
- Aequate depth, breadth and length across the toes
DON’T WEAR PLASTIC CLOGS OR FOOTWEAR WITH SYNTHETIC UPPERS.
CONTOURED REEF SANDALS OR HIKING SANDALS ARE BETTER EVERY DAY WEAR THAN THONGS.
Socks and stockings should allow sufficient room for the toes to move easily. Always fit your child when standing and try both shoes. Sandals make an ideal alternative to bare feet.