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11 Surprising Reasons You're In Pain

Ease Your Pain: Support Your Feet

Ease Your Pain: Support Your Feet

Instead of flip-flops, choose footwear that is well padded, with a solid midsole and adequate arch support. If you really must wear flip-flops, the American Podiatric Medical Association recommends buying a flip-flop made of high-quality soft leather (to help decrease blisters or irritation) that bends at the ball of the foot. Make sure it fits properly (your foot shouldn’t hang off either end). 

By Connie K. Ho. Published October 15, 2012. Connie is a freelance contributor for online publications. In her free time, she likes to practice yoga and kickboxing. She has also worked with a number of nonprofit health organizations.