PODIATRIST DISCCUSES HIKING BOOTS

Hiking boots provide ankle support, protection, stability, traction, and durability, all while stabilizing your ankles, shielding your feet from hazards, offering better balance and grip on uneven terrain, and withstanding rugged conditions, according to Janine Feringno-Taddeo, DPM, doctor of podiatric medicine and Aetrex consultant. These features reduce the risk of injuries and improve hiking performance. 

 

Dr. Janine Feringno-Taddeo

 

Hiking boots are designed for outdoor activities that require additional ankle support, rugged soles for traction, and durability for taking on the trails, explains Dr. Ferigno-Taddeo. “Hiking boots tend to have higher collars and sturdier construction, and they are usually heavier than a standard supportive shoe," which is critical for added protection, adds Dr. Feringno-Taddeo.

 

Source: Leoni Jesner, Shape [6/16/23]

Courtesy of Barry Block, editor of PM news