Footwear has come a long way since Roman armies conquered an empire wearing only sandals on their feet. But what’s old is new again. Recent market research reveals sales of men’s sandals jumped 20 percent between 2005 and 2007.Along with the growing popularity of men’s sandals come more aches and pains for male feet. The wrong sandal could cause men problems including heel pain, Achilles tendonitis, pain in the big toe and even breaks and stress fractures in some of the foot’s 26 bones.
Men shopping for a man sandal – or “mandal” as some people call it – should look for a sturdy, cushioned, supportive sole and padded straps. Men with diabetes should refrain from wear of sandals.
