KSNS consistently delves into the mechanics of how the foot operates.

Unveiling the Mighty Potential of Our Feet

Your feet, much more than just 'stepping tools', hold a little over a quarter of all the bones in your body! In fact, each foot consists of 26 bones, which together make up for 52 bones in both feet. These natural shock absorbers are capable of sustaining immense strain with the aid of the Achilles tendon, the body's strongest. An average pair of feet, over its lifespan, covers a staggering 177,000 kilometers or clocks 220 million steps!

Feet: The Unsung Sensory Powerhouse

Beyond physical endurance, your feet play a vital sensory role, being in ceaseless conversation with your brain. Around 200,000 nerve endings in each foot transmit detailed intel ranging from pressure sensations to temperature fluctuations. Your brain then orchestrates these sensory cues into coordinated movements, aiding in spontaneous decisions and responses to external stimuli. Thus, your foot serves as a critical sensory organ in the proprioceptive system.

KSNS Barefoot Shoes: Enhancing Natural Foot Function and Sensory Perception

KSNS bare shoes may harness the foot's natural shock absorption capabilities, ensuring proper function of the foot's bones and the Achilles tendon, thereby enhancing endurance and strain resistance. It could also potentially accentuate sensory engagement due to the high concentration of nerve endings in the feet, allowing wearers to better perceive changes in pressure and temperature, thus improving coordination and responsiveness in movement. Furthermore, considering the vast distances our feet cover over a lifetime, KSNS Barefootwear could be designed to support and promote long-term foot health.