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Will going barefoot around the house cause arthritis?
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No: There is no evidence that barefoot walking or running will cause arthritis.
Answered 7/13/2012
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No: There is no evidence that going barefoot has anything to do with the development of arthritis. In some ways this may be more beneficial for your feet by stimulating the muscles to work properly. Obviously i would not go barefoot on surfaces that could cause burns or cuts to your feet.
Answered 1/23/2014
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