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DO YOU LOVE WEARING HIGH HEELS? HERE’S A MUST READ.

 

Young women between the ages of 20 and 29 were most likely to suffer injuries, but women 30 to 39 years old also faced significant risk. And chances are more people may be asking the question, “Are high heels bad for your feet” today than they did several decades ago — high heel-related injuries nearly doubled during the 11-year study period.

The answer to,”Are high heels bad for your feet?” is becoming pretty clear, but the impacts span far beyond your feet.

And YES there is some positive benefits that comes with wearing high heels;

Taller Appearance

High heel shoes offer height solutions if you want to be taller. Whether you want to be one or six inches taller, a variety of shoes with different heel heights can give you the boost you need. Heels instantly make you taller while making your legs look longer, too.

Slimmer Physique

This type of footwear is best-known for helping women reach new heights. Little may you know, however, that your favorite pair of heels may also give you a slimmer physique When you wear tall shoes, your body shape responds by arching the back. Your backside may stick out while your chest presses forward. The contrast creates an illusion of a smaller waist.

Works Leg Muscles

Heels can make your entire body look slimmer. This is especially the case in the legs. Depending on the heel height you choose, your calves must compensate for the changes and adjust to the shoes. As a result, the calves may tighten as you walk. Overtime, you may notice less fat in the calves and more muscle.

Boosts Confidence

While heels can positively alter your appearance, perhaps nothing is more important than the self-confidence good footwear offers. If you’re petite, heels can make you feel more authoritative, especially among a tall group. Heel shoes also give you the freedom to change outfits without lugging along several changes in footwear. You will be confident knowing your shoes can carry you stylishly through your job, as well as casual after-hours events.

 

 

 Are High Heels Bad for Your Feet?

  • Wearing high heels can cause pain and damage throughout your body.
  • Common problems associated with wearing high heels include bunions, ankle sprains, muscle imbalances, lower back pain, neck pain, sprains and strains, foot pain and ingrown toenails, among other problems.
  • Stretch your calves regularly, holding each stretch for at least 30 seconds. For even bigger benefits, foam roll the calves before stretching. (Be sure to keep the roller on a few tender calf areas for 30 seconds each.)
  • Avoid standing or walking far in high heels.

 

Ideally, ditching high heels for good would be best. But I understand that so many people feel confident in heels, so if you wear them, just take some precautions.

  • Avoid wearing high heels every day.
  • Avoid standing or walking long periods in heels. (Wear sneakers and switch into heels if you are walking to your destination.)
  • If you do wear high heels, avoid ones that are narrow and tight-pointed.
  •  Cutting out a cardboard tracing of each foot and attempting to place it in the shoe when shopping for a new pair. If it does not fit, then the shoes are too narrow.
  • Trim toenails straight across the top to help prevent ingrown toenails.
  • Put your feet in a warm epsom salt soak at the end of the day.
  • Stretch your calf muscles routinely to avoid chronic shortening of muscles in this region of your leg.

 

 

Bunions

bunion is a common problem that pops up in people who wear heels regularly. At first you might not think your bunion is any big deal, but when left untreated, bunions can cause serious scar tissue to form in the foot, toe abnormalities and a whole lot of pain.

So what it is? It’s that bony bump that sticks out at the base of your big toe. It forms when the bone or tissue located at the joint shifts out of place. Years of wearing narrow, high heels creates abnormal pressure and can cause that bony joint to appear.

CAN WEARING HIGH HEELS CAUSE MISCARRIAGES?

Injuries associated with wearing high heels typically include damage to the ankles, back, hips, thighs and knees.

The myth that just wearing high heels may cause a miscarriage is often repeated but untrue- simply wearing heels will not induce a miscarriage, although a fall could obviously injure mom and baby.

To wear or not to wear heels is the big question while you are expecting. Is it safe to wear heels during pregnancy? If you are used to wearing high heels on a regular basis, you may find it extremely tough to let go of your ‘tall statement’ when you are pregnant.

Many women do wear heels through their nine months, but doctors strictly advice against doing so and with some good reason too! There are many reasons why you should give your heels some rest during pregnancy, as they might be a discomfort and come with certain risks.

Considerations

High-heel shoes provide numerous benefits that some women simply can’t live without. However, constantly moving around at a steep angle can do some damage if you’re not careful. Try not to wear heels when at home, and slip them off underneath your desk at work, if possible. To compensate for the abuse, help yourself with daily exercises to help flex your feet. This can potentially reduce damage to your heels, toes, ankles and back.

 

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