Are summer sandals killing your feet?
They may keep your feet cool but some styles could be doing more harm than good.
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"It's not a high heel and it's really kind of easy to just slip in and slip out of."
— Angela Baidoo , Influencer
"In terms of arch support and joint support, it's not the best style, but people are investing a bit more, getting their flip-flops customised."
— Dr Helen Branthwaite , Academic
"The problem comes if you go straight from wearing a very structured shoe to wearing flip-flops a lot."
— Dr Helen Branthwaite , Academic
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They may keep your feet cool but some styles could be doing more harm than good.
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