Your shoe choices matter more than you think as you age

The article emphasizes the importance of proper footwear for aging individuals, noting that incorrect shoes can affect balance, stride, and fall risk. Experts like Sam Cradduck and Amy O’Rourke highlight individualized safety, the trade-off between style and stability, and practical tips such as buying shoes in the afternoon when feet are swollen. Long-term effects of heel-wearing, like Achilles tendon shrinkage, and the role of podiatrists in selecting appropriate footwear are also discussed.