choosing the right footbed

Find out why choosing the right footbed is so important, the advantage of slip-resistant soles and how the Masai way of walking works for all

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The footbeds of these shoes are made of cork and natural latex and they are contoured in the shape of a healthy foot. This ensures proper weight distribution with raised arches and helps support the foot’s natural shape and structure. Since the cork/latex blend is pliable, it reacts to the body’s natural heat and over a period of time, it yields to the characteristics of the foot. So the longer you wear them, the more comfortable they are. Cork is also renowned for its antibacterial properties, its high degree of elasticity and its ability to insulate the foot.
Doctor's notes: It takes a long time to like wearing hard, natural soles. The harder the footbed, the more stress the user has to put on striking the footstep and moving on. This does tone down when the footwear wears down a bit.