Effects of nonslip socks on the gait patterns of older people when walking on a slippery surface.

Conclusions: Compared with wearing standard socks, wearing nonslip socks improves gait performance and may be beneficial in reducing the risk of slipping in older people.
PMID: 24297983 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association - November 1, 2013 Category: Podiatry Authors: Hatton AL, Sturnieks DL, Lord SR, Lo JC, Menz HB, Menant JC Tags: J Am Podiatr Med Assoc Source Type: research