Researchers at the American Council on Exercise and the Exercise and Health Program at the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, found no evidence to support the claims that Skechers Shape-ups or any other type of toning shoe helps wearers burn more calories or improve muscle tone. In fact, researchers concluded that toning shoes could be dangerous, especially for individuals suffering from gait issues, balance problems or loss of sensation in their feet.
Toning Shoe Injuries
Toning shoes, which retail between $100 to $250 dollars per pair, have a curved sole or "rocker-bottom". The curved sole creates an unstable surface for wearers to walk on, but the curved sole can also alter an individual's gait and make it more difficult to maintain balance. A Louisville woman suffered a broken ankle injury after she awkwardly rolled over on the outside of her foot while walking in a pair of Skechers Shape-ups. Other types of toning shoe injuries, include stress fractures, cuts, bruises, torn tendons, strained muscles, back injuries, neck injuries, head injuries, hip fractures, femur fractures, foot fractures, ruptured Achilles tendon and other types of serious injuries.
Experienced Legal Representation
The Skechers Shape-ups injury lawyers at the law firm of Estey Bomberger will gladly answer your questions concerning your toning shoe injury. As seasoned advocates of those injured by dangerous or defective products, we will use our ample financial and legal resources to help victims get the compensation they need and deserve. We do not charge a consultation fee and if we are able to represent you in your case, you will not have to pay us until your case has been won. Contact our office today and we will schedule you a free consultation at your home, office or hospital room.
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