The danger of flip flops: Expert warns they can PERMANENTLY damage your feet and cause you to trip

Many of us opt for flip flops in the summer because they’re easy to slip on and allow your feet to breathe.

However the simple, but unstructured footwear can cause damage to your feet, an expert has warned.

Walking in flip-flops can alter your natural stride, resulting in shin splints, Achilles tendon problems and lower back pain, according to podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon Dr Christina Long.

Read more of the original article from DailyMail.

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