"Parents have been led to believe that fitting shoes is simple and can be done at home, when the reality is that do-it-yourself shoe fitting is potentially causing long-term damage to their child's feet."
"Young people's feet continue to grow until mid-teens and poorly fitting footwear can lead to toe deformities, poor foot function and reduced gait efficiency."
Footwear specialists emphasize the importance of caring for children's feet similarly to their eyes and teeth. Many young people are experiencing painful conditions such as bunions, often exacerbated by ill-fitting shoes. Parents are increasingly ordering shoes online due to the closure of over 1,000 shoe shops in Great Britain since 2020. The fit well, grow well campaign aims to improve children's foot health by providing resources and advice. Podiatrists warn that poorly fitting shoes can lead to lifelong foot problems and other related issues.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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