Can Specially Stitched Socks Stop Shuffling Seniors From Stumbling?

Can Specially Stitched Socks Stop Shuffling Seniors From Stumbling?

It’s a bold claim, but a Japanese company called Terumo claims to have developed a special type of sock that can stop shuffling seniors from tripping over low obstacles like rugs or the edge of carpets. The secret is a custom sewing technique that causes the wearer to feel an upward pull on the front of their feet, which in turn helps shift their center of gravity back towards their heels, improving balance.

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