Regardless of your physical condition, walking is beneficial. Wear properly fitting, protective footwear even in your own home. This increases the risk of injury and infection and provides no support for either the foot or ankle. This treatment produces a numbing effect and prevents swelling and pain. Use heat or hot water to treat a foot or ankle injury.
Heat promotes blood flow, causing increased swelling.
These shoes have an athletic shoe-derived construction, wider toe room, reinforced heels and are available in many fashionable styles. Seek medical attention at the first sign of an injury or infection in the foot or ankle. Treatments require an investment of time and sometimes include surgery - the foot isn't just a beauty concern. Don't wear any sports shoe beyond its useful life. Consult a podiatric physician regularly.