AN UNEXPECTED EFFECT OF WORKING REMOTELY?
WORKING FROM HOME HAS BECOME THE NORM AS THE SIDE-EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. WHILE IT COMES WITH ITS PERKS, SUCH AS A MORE FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE AND SAVING TIME ON COMMUTING, IT CAN ALSO HAVE AN UNEXPECTED IMPACT ON OUR FEET.
How can working from home cause increased foot pain?
Working from home has become the norm as the side-effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. While it comes with its perks, such as a more flexible schedule and saving time on commuting, it can also have an unexpected impact on our physical health and more specifically, this blog will focus on its effects on our feet.
You may be wondering, how would working from home cause increased strain to my feet? When we work from home, we tend to spend long hours sitting in front of our computers or standing up in one place. This sedentary lifestyle can cause foot problems such as plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendonitis. Additionally, many people may not have an ergonomically designed workspace at home, leading to poor posture and added strain on their feet.
The type of footwear worn while working from home also affects foot health. Instead of putting on supportive shoes that you may often wear when leaving the house, most people opt to go barefoot, walk around in socks or flimsy house slippers that lack any support or shock absorption. As a result, your feet feel the impact of the hardwood floors and tiles that most homes contain. This can result in the development of plantar fasciitis, increase joint pain, metatarsalgia, Morton’s neuroma, Tendinitis, and much more!
Finding the right pair of dedicated house shoes are dependent on a few factors. For instance, arch support will help prevent foot fatigue and pain over time. Another factor is shoes with sturdy soles to ensure there is good traction and stability. With these characteristics in mind, you can find the best supportive house shoe that best suits your needs and if you are still having issues, give us a call! Dr. Ho-Ellsworth takes the time to evaluate your foot structure and not only makes the recommended treatments but also reviews the best shoes for your foot type!
Are you having increasing foot pain? Call us at (512) 882-4911 or schedule an appointment online.
What else can you do for your feet if you are working from home or in a sedentary job?
Apart from supplying your feet with adequate support and protective foot wear while walking at home or exercising from home, make sure you take time to get up frequently and perform stretching exercises to both your feet and legs.
You can conduct quick stretching exercises every day by clicking on the links below:
Stretches for foot and heel pain-Healthwise
