SuperSocks™ vs. Traditional Footwear: A Comparative Analysis

Nike, Adidas, Skechers etc. are few of the major brand when it comes to footwear. They contain usual and unisex designs but are limited in their ability to naturally keep feet healthy. This is where SuperSocks™ comes in, a barefoot shoe wear which gives you the feeling of being with bare feet but with protection. Let’s see how they compare.

Traditional Footwear: Trusted Names, Common Problems

Nike and Adidas are world famous for their innovative products in running shoes and casual wear. Nike air, for instance, has the cushioning aspect and Adidas has the energy Boost aspect. Likewise, Skechers has the comfort strategy with memory foam insoles for Shoes.

However, these designs usually have a more or less structured and the thick soles in particular tend to restrict the movement of the feet . For example:

• Nike Air Max: Though they minimize impact forces, the hard structure of the cushioning can limit the range of motion of the front toes over time.
• Adidas Ultraboost: It has been applauded for its comfort but its thick midsole provides the feet with very little ground feel – stability.
• Skechers GoWalk Series: These shoes have flexibility by foam but this type of flexibility poses a damage to the muscles of the foot when used for a long time.

The issue? The problems associated with the modern shoe that has too much cushioning and has slim designs to afford maximum comfort while ignoring the need for proper foot alignment. As compared to normal conventional shoes, footwear traditionally has less flexibility with less room for movement in the toes and its compartments, and these have been found to cause deformities of the feet. For example, bunions and hammertoes, shoes with little widths of the toes box will tend to squeeze the toes into a specific position and this may lead to formation of bunions and hammertoes.

Furthermore, studies reveal that the raised heels that we find in many shoes move pressure forward and thereby exert pressure on the forefoot and toes leading to joint disorders that cause discomfort.

SuperSocks™: The Barefoot Advantage

SuperSocks™ turn the tables by creating a feeling similar to going sockless. It is simply a pair of extremely simple items of footwear that in fact allow the feet to do what comes naturally to them while offering protection where it is required.

• Material Superiority: Using Dyneema® as the core material, SuperSocks™ are 15 times stronger than steel. This as you will agree affords more protection against sharp objects than any conventional shoe can ever afford.
• Natural Alignment: Contrary to Nike shoes that are tight to feet or Adidas shoes with limited toe space, SuperSocks™ are fitted to freely expand at the extremities enhancing the natural interphase angle for the joints.
• Ground Connection: While Skechers aim at providing cushioning , SuperSocks™ maintain the connection with the ground surface enabling correction of posture and balance.

Available research from systematic review published in Europe PMC evidence also approves the effectiveness of wearing minimalist shoes for feet health. The literature review done in Europe PMC indicated that increased use of minimalist shoes resulted into an enhancement of foot muscle force by about 9-57% with muscle mass rising to 7.05-10.6%. 

Another study, published by Nature identified that Minimalist shoes result showed a 57.4% increase in strength of the foot after six months of use of the shoes currently in the market. SuperSocks™ option shows how the internal muscles of the feet can be developed and toned thereby enhancing general support and preventing most injuries.

Comfort and Versatility

Traditional brands have different designs to suit activities in their respective category. Nike and Adidas companies produce good running shoes, although the shoe soles are not very flexible, which makes them unsuitable for exercising such as yoga or water sports. Skechers GoWalk shoe is for walking but not so suitable for rough walking.

SuperSocks™, however, can be worn on all kinds of feet and are therefore a perfect fit. For those who go hiking, swimming or gardening, there is no better sock that provides flexibility couple with protection. They are mostly waterproof, very light and designed to handle a variety of terrains hence ideal for almost any activity.

Conclusion

Although NIKE, Adidas, SKECHERS have their own advantages, there is nothing like the comfortable, free, and healthy feeling that people can have when wearing our SuperSocks™. So if you are interested in enhancing your balance, building up the muscles at the bottom of your foot, and getting guarded, then SuperSocks™ are right for you.