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No
part of the body is subject to more stress and strain in the
course of a lifetime than the foot. Our feet bear all of the
body's weight. They keep the body in balance. Cushion the
shocks.
That
is why it is important to take care of your feet. Birkenstock
invented the world's first contoured cork/latex footbed. The
shape of the Original Birkenstock Footbed enables body weight
to be distributed evenly over the whole foot, providing it
with optimal support.
The evolution of the
Birkenstock® comfort footbed started with the idea that
the shape of the shoe should match the shape of the foot.
Much like walking in sand, when your feet are supported by
a healthy shape, walking is a pleasure.
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When
you walk, your foot flexes to support your body. The Birkenstock
sole and cork footbed flex with your feet for comfort
with every step. |
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Elevated
heels cause the body to move out of alignment. With our
neutral heel, the body is properly aligned using the weight-bearing
bones and muscles. |
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Our
deep heel cup positions the natural padding of the foot
under your heel bone to absorb shock and support your
weight. |
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The
natural shape of our footbed allows room for comfort and
guides your foot into a healthy walking position. |
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Our
footbed allows room for toes to move naturally. For correct
foot alignment, the inside edge follows a straight line
from the big toe to the heel. |
Firm Support
For Your Feet
It would make sense
to think that a softer and more "cushiony" shoe
would be more comfortable. But in fact, the Birkenstock concept
of comfort is based on firm, orthopedically correct support.
As with a quality mattress, feet require solid support and
correct positioning in order to give us maximum comfort and
health. The footbed features proper arch support, deep heel
cup, and adequate room in the toe area — all to help
distribute weight evenly over the entire foot. The result
is improved posture and balance for greater comfort when walking.
Our Contoured
Footbed Encourages Foot Health
The
Birkenstock footbed is made of resilient cork/latex and is
shaped to create a healthy walking environment for your feet.
Additionally, the cork/latex blend is pliable and reacts to
natural body warmth. Therefore, over time, the footbed yields
to the characteristics of an individual foot just as the foot
yields to the healthy shape of our contoured footbed. Many
long-term Birkenstock wearers find that the longer you wear
them, the more comfortable they become.
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