Minimalist shoes Vibram FiveFingers
fivefingers toe socks
health effects
barefoot running, similar running fivefingers on, appears decrease risk of ankle sprain , plantar fasciitis.
if not conditioned enough, sole of foot or plantar fascia can become inflamed or damaged activity. due over-training or incorrect form, runners may experience achilles tendonitis or metatarsal inflammation , fractures. over-striding in vibram fivefingers, is, landing foot far in front of 1 s hips, adds unnecessary stress calf muscles, achilles tendon, , arch of foot, can lead serious health problems if not addressed.
one study found greater number of new wearers of fivefingers showed increase in bone marrow edema in study s control group. recommended transition use of shoe slow , gradual.
lawsuit
in 2012, initial lawsuit filed against vibram on claims made fivefingers minimalist shoe. vibram claimed shoe reduce[s] foot injuries , strengthen[s] foot muscles . while vibram has expressly denied actual or potential fault ... or liability , on may 7, 2014 announced company has moved settle suit , agreed set aside $3.75 million pay refunds of $94 had purchased product since march 21, 2009.
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