ABSTRACT Minimal footwear has existed for tens of thousands of years and was originally designed to protect the sole of the foot. Over the past 50 years, most footwear has… Click to show full abstract
ABSTRACT Minimal footwear has existed for tens of thousands of years and was originally designed to protect the sole of the foot. Over the past 50 years, most footwear has become increasingly more cushioned and supportive. Here we review evidence that minimal shoes are a better match to our feet which may result in a lower risk of musculoskeletal injury.
               
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