Cushion Shoes

Hey, did you know that cushiony (maximalist) shoes can INCREASE impact forces and loading rate??

There have been a few studies now showing, through 3D kinetic/kinematic models, that cushiony shoes compared to neutral shoes actually increase these forces. This is important as peak forces have long been associated with increased risk of injury. This is especially true in new runners. We often use running shoes as an intervention at OrthoWell. If you have a history of lower extremity overuse injuries, this is something to consider.

To learn more take a look at the research below by clicking on the links:

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2325967118775720

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-35980-6

Best in Health!

Your OrthoWell Family

P.S. Any pain? Come on in for some some TLC. Our manual therapy only session is just $50. We can Graston, Cup, and Stretch out the tight and get you feelin’ right! ha