Avoiding On-the-Job Foot Pain

Noted philosopher/mailman Cliff Clavin from the popular 1980s and 1990s sitcom “Cheers” once said the key to life was wearing comfortable shoes. 

Shoes are also important for staying healthy on the job for front-line technicians, as a report from KURU Footwear explains. Foot pain is an ailment that 81 percent of American adults have experienced at some point in their lives. For employees such as facility workers, it can be debilitating for someone who relies on being on their feet for most of the time during their workday. 

A survey of 3,000 Americans, the 2024 State of Foot Pain Report outlined highlights from the responses. Of those who experienced foot pain, 47 percent of the respondents say it’s debilitating. 

Another disturbing trend is that 33 percent of those experiencing pain have endured more pain-related problems in their back, knees, and hips. 

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Other results include: 

• 47 percent of respondents indicated that their foot pain originated from an originated from an injury 
• 37 percent of individuals with foot pain have received a formal diagnosis from a doctor 
• 63 percent of those with foot pain do not have a family history of foot pain 
• 70 percent of respondents consider foot pain when purchasing shoes. 

Those who suffer from foot pain are encouraged to take the following measures, such as engaging in regular exercise, choosing suitable footwear, and incorporating stretching into their daily routines. 

Dave Lubach is executive editor for the facility market. 

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