There’s always a risk of tripping and falling if you’re an older adult. In that case, Dr. Lin tells his patients to avoid any shoe that can make you trip, fall, and suffer a hip fracture—not to mention cause pain.
“I have witnessed several fractures from tripping in sandals, flip flops, platforms, and high heels,” he says. Instead, choose comfy, well-fitting athletic shoes that have good traction and shock absorption.
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