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Your shoe choices matter more than you think as you age
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk LeAnne Gendreau, Katherine Ambrose , Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Amy Amy Cameron O’ , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· July 10, 2026
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Key points The wrong pair of shoes can affect a person's stride and increase the likelihood of accidents. As people age, their shoe choices can have a significant impact on their balance and risk of falls.
As people age, their shoe choices can have a significant impact on their balance and risk of falls. The wrong pair of shoes can affect a person's stride and increase the likelihood of accidents. A gerontologist emphasizes the importance of shoe safety, noting that it is not a one-size-fits-all issue.
She explains that wearing certain types of shoes, such as heels, can have long-term consequences for the feet and Achilles. Further information on the importance of proper shoe choices for older adults is available from the source, including guidance on how to shop for safe and suitable shoes as feet change with age.
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Category: business Published: July 10, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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