The average person takes approximately 10,000 steps per day, which can add up more than 3 million steps per year. Each step can place 2-3 times the force of your body weight on your feet. You rely on your feet and ankles, so it's important to keep them healthy and pain free. If you have a foot or ankle problem, make an appointment with a foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon in your area.
Your heel tendons may be too tight. Stretch them with heel raises.
You pronate or turn in. Inner liners or orthotic supports may help.
Shoes are too small or you have hammertoes.
You turn out. Orthotics may help.
A too-narrow fit or you have a bunion.
The front of your shoe is too low.
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