The idea of barefoot shoes — is to give the feet the opportunity to perform its natural functions and not disturb its anatomical structure. There are no orthopaedic insoles in barefoot shoes. Because of this, the feet take natural, non-restricted position. It stimulates muscles and ligaments of the feet, strengthening it and preventing numerous feet pathologies.
Our foot consists of 26 bones, 30 joints and over 100 muscles and ligaments. The foot does not need any forming surfaces. No wonder orthopedic insoles are recommended to use no more than 4 hours a day, because they weaken muscles, joints and ligaments of the feet. Orthopedic insoles are often prescribed for such foot pathologies as flat feet, or valgus or varus deformity.
These pathologies occur due to the weakening of the musculoskeletal system of the foot. Such pathologies are manifested by displacement of the supporting joints of the feet. Insoles only aggravate this situation. They do not strengthen muscles and ligaments of the feet, but on the contrary — atrophy them.
Doctors prescribe temporary wearing of orthopaedic insoles as a means of correcting severe cases of pathology. Insoles do not act as a means of toning the muscles of the feet and its joints. Barefoot shoes are a preventive measure to strengthen the feet and restore its anatomical structure. In the presence of pathologies of the feet — walk more barefoot.