Every person deserves to be able to walk right. It is something that you do every day. However, things can happen to your biology that prevent you from walking straight.
Many of our customers have suffered from Hallux Valgus or in common Swedish, a crooked big toe. If you have it too, you may suffer from more than just the aesthetic problems. It can cause incredible pain that is unnecessary when you have to walk in shoes or when you are barefoot. This is because the ankle becomes wider and flatter with age. This can affect anyone, but care is especially directed at middle-aged women. A common factor lies in the fact that women often put more force on their feet when wearing high heels.
Anyone can get Hallux Valgus regardless of age, gender or genetic predisposition. However, it has been shown that many of those who suffer are middle-aged women. The big toe grows inward and forms ulcers when it is turned towards the other toes. The big toe bone has formed a tubercle and therefore narrow shoes become more difficult to use. Hallux Valgus does not happen often in countries where you don't wear shoes as often as we do up here in the north. However, there is evidence to believe that the biggest factor is heredity, ie it can happen to anyone.
You can prevent this with various means. One of the most effective ways is to choose the right shoes when going somewhere, of which high heels are probably the worst choice. This is due to how much pressure is put on the forefoot and how they often do not allow the foot to breathe properly. Feel free to relieve the foot by going barefoot often and wear your relieving soles when you go out and walk somewhere. They are designed to even out your stress surfaces, i.e. a part of the foot does not get as much unnecessary pressure. Also, use shoes that are roomy and open, plus a toe separator or a toe spreader.
This can be prevented, however, with the help of our products. We can help your everyday life by offering products that strengthen your foot, relieve the pain you have and all at a reasonable price. We also have a wide range where we can contribute to your health and comfort with this. Many of our products are Hallux Valgus oriented.