This year if you really want to show Grandma or Grandpa you really care and want them to be a vital active part of your life for years to come, don’t, I repeat DO NOT buy them slippers, no matter how cute they (the slippers) might look. 

If you have already given in to temptation and wrapped up a pair of these cuties, no worries just switch out the gift tag for someone you don’t like.

A lovely pair of light weight, stable, sexy running shoes will keep them upright, comfortable, happy and independent. It’s the sort of footwear they will never choose on their own, but once they’ve tried them and feel the difference they will be converted.

     Don’t go for the ugly outdoor heavy leather upper walking shoes. Yes, they are stable but the weight is off putting, the sole is hard, the mid sole is far too dense and more than likely won’t get used indoors. Obviously it would be better to try the shoes on before purchasing, so get a gift receipt and explain they can change the size they just can’t take them back (absolution given at your next visit). If you need some ideas on brands and models here is the link to the review we did earlier in the year.

https://podiatryassociates.ca.edit.officite.com/blog/post/running-shoe-review.html

A night time movie in your favourite fluffy slippers is one thing but daytime use takes an irreversible toll on foot structure and stability.

Schedule an appointment at an office location near you with one of our dedicated specialists. We do not require a referral however pertinent information from your primary care specialist may help in our diagnosis. Bring any pertinent images (X-rays) or test results with you and if appropriate samples of your footwear. Given the nature of our specialty it is likely we will want to observe you standing or walking during the initial exam. Call The Podiatry Associates in Mississauga, at (905)568-3800. We are also located in Brantford, ON, at (519) 751-2900 and Whitby, Ontario, at (905) 433-0200