Do you know where the term “footbed” comes from? Most people have no idea that the term originated with the manufacturer of revolutionary Konrad Birkenstock sandals, a 19th century shoemaker from Germany. Before Birkenstock shoes with soles were made completely flat and had no arch support. They developed a revolution in the design of footwear for shoes that matched the shape of a person standing.

Initially, his idea was sold as an insert to be used in other shoes that had no shape. His company started as a leading manufacturer of orthopedic inserts. They are called “footbed supports” and the term “footbed” became a legal framework for the company Birkenstock.

Over time they realized that their support novela footbed concept could be extended to different types of footwear can make themselves. The original of sandals that was intended to give the user an experience of around barefoot while still providing great support and protection is the only user. You never realize how much of a revolution that created the shoe and the shoe industry.

People quickly found that not only comfortable, but also helped a lot with many foot and back problems for the arch to provide adequate and timely support that had been missing in their shoes and sandals at this point. Today, Birkenstock sandals and other footwear are often “prescribed” by podiatrists as a normal part of care for people on foot, lower leg and back problems. In particular, the “heel-less sandals” are known to greatly strengthen and tone the calf muscles.

From its humble beginnings as a simple shoe, Birkenstocks have become producers of some of the most recognized shoes and sandals in the world. They are available in hundreds of styles, materials and colors to fit almost anyone’s needs and personality. And I have to stick by its basic philosophy: that is comfortable and lasting.