Shoe design for older adults: Evidence from a systematic review on the elements of optimal footwear

Due to changes in foot morphology and the occurrence of foot deformities and foot pain with ageing, older people frequently wear ill-fitting shoes. This can lead to negative effects on comfort and mobility. A review of the literature was performed in Medline, Scopus and Embase with the aim (a) to evaluate the effects of shoes or shoe elements on...