Keys to Preventing Back Pain

You use them every day, but how often do you think of your feet? Chances are that unless they're hurting, you probably don't give them much thought beyond the occasional pedicure. With each step, your weight is driven into your feet, and when foot pain arises, you will often change your posture to accommodate it, leading to a sore back. For those looking for back pain relief, your first step should be to take a look at your shoes.

Women have a tendency to choose style over substance when it comes to what goes on their feet. The good news is that, many comfortable shoes for women can also be quite attractive today. A solid pair of walking shoes used to mean plain, white sneakers, but now, shoes have come a long way in what they offer and how they look. The top rated shoes offer support at critical points of your feet like cushioning around the heel to help support your body weight, improving your posture as you walk. This can go a long way to mitigate back pain.

Look for shoes that prevent excessive pronation, as improper foot alignment will cause the pelvis and the legs to rotate, which can lead to low back pain. Shoes should support the neutral alignment of the foot by supporting the arches and the ankles with every step. If you aren't certain how to choose the right shoe for you, take a look at a current pair of shoes you own. Look for signs of wear to see where you place the most weight. For example, if your shoe is worn on the inside tread, you may be rolling forward as you walk. In this case, you may want to look for walking shoes that focus on shock absorption. Look for shoes to fit your foot first; then look for the shoe that fits your personality.

Therafit By Dr. Lisa impact resistant shoes feature a patented technology that offer an adjustable outsole, allowing the user to personalize the impact resistance based on the activity. Designed specifically for women and accredited by the National Posture Institute, a leader in posture and body alignment programs and solutions, the Therafit Shoe patented technology helps all women take that first step into a healthier lifestyle.

 The high quality Therafit By Dr. Lisa shoes were designed specifically with women’s physical needs in mind, and they come in a variety of stylish designs and color combinations. These shoes may also be worn for daily activities such as shopping or daily chores, because they offer  great support and cushioning, as well as potential relief from body aches and pains.

There are many tips for back pain relief, but prevention is the first step. While you can wear flip-flops and heels when the occasion calls for them, your best bet for everyday wear is the humble walking shoe. Once you have found a shoe with features like midsole support, extra cushioning around the heel and shock absorption, you can browse through colors and styles to find the shoe that best fits your lifestyle.

Therafit By Dr. Lisa was co-developed with Dr. Lisa Masterson, of the Emmy® Award-winning series, The Doctors. Dr. Lisa is also on the staff at several nationally renowned hospitals, is a fellow of the American Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and  maintains a private practice in Santa Monica.