Research conducted by leading podiatrist Paul McMullan during the recent surge in playing the game has highlighted the need for golfers to avoid long-term injuries by purchasing comfortable golf shoes that provide the foot with sufficient support during the swing.
Paul, a highly experienced practitioner whose clinic in Belfast has helped around 25,000 patients overcome painful foot injuries since it opened just over a decade ago, has concluded that the handcrafted shoes from Italian golf fashion brand Duca del Cosma meet the criteria for playing multiple rounds, rather than styles that are too soft or flexible.
“Having looked at the current golf shoe offering on the market, I would recommend Duca del Cosma shoes like the Churchill men’s style and the Siren women’s model that are clearly better designed for golf and avoiding longer-term foot injuries,” said Paul, who plays at the Rockmount Golf Club parkland course on the outskirts of Belfast.
“A lot of golfers are suffering chronic pain in their feet and many of these issues are entirely preventable if only they had selected golf shoes that offer more support during the golf swing. Our clinic is surrounded by many excellent golf courses, and we’ve seen foot problems like Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendonitis (mid-portion insertional and heel) grow over the past two years, as people play more often or take up the game without experience of walking so much.
“Golfers don’t realise that they average around 15,000 steps during a round of golf and choosing flexible, ultra-comfortable golf shoes that allow the foot to turn during the swing is likely to result in creating some serious foot issues. Softer ground on the fairways and greens only compounds the problem. Some chronic injuries between the heel and toes sustained while playing golf may result in long-term pain from morning till night, or even require surgery.
“We always ask patients to bring their various pairs of shoes with them when they make an appointment. And from my experience, if you take hold of the heel and toes of a golf shoe and can twist it, then those shoes are far too flexible to play golf in. Slightly heavier golf shoes that are ergonomically designed to support the foot during the golf swing will prevent these kinds of injuries occurring,” Paul added.
Commenting on the findings of the expert podiatrist, Tony Eccleston, Sales Director of Duca del Cosma in the UK & Ireland said: “We’re very grateful to Paul for voicing his informed opinions on this important subject, as some potential consumers have mentioned that a few of our shoes are heavy compared to those of rival brands. But we know that our designs offer great stability as well as comfort and styling for men and women and these findings vindicate our approach.”
Top quality innovations applied to styles in the Duca del Cosma 2022 collection place a premium on delivering ultimate performance and guaranteed all-day comfort. The classic Churchill shoe incorporates the Airplay XI outsole featuring 5mm square-shaped nubs to offer a solid base and optimal grip during the swing, whilst the stylish Siren model features the Airplay XII eco rubber outsole with two-way twist triangular nubs on the pivot point for a balance of grip, traction and stability. Both styles also feature a heightened heel to ensure the perfect stance is achieved.
For more details about the latest golf shoes from Duca del Cosma visit www.ducadelcosma.com
