Women all over the world spend thousands of dollars every year on their shoes. Shoes are the perfect accessory and there is such a variety that it is hard to have just one pair. One of the sexiest shoes that really catch the eye of women, and reel them in for the bait, are high heels. These shoes are a serious fashion statement, they are the ultimate sexy, and they make a women feel so much more feminine. However, do you know what damages these high heels can cause to not only your feet, but to your entire body? Simply said, these are made for fashion, rather than for comfort, that’s for sure. Here are some simple tips to minimize foot pain include:
- If possible try to wear high heels only on special occasions rather then every day.
- Choose wider and chunkier heels over stilettos.
- Avoid pointed shoes or those with an extra high heel.
- Choose leather or natural materials over man made materials.
- Try to keep all your heels the same height, having many different heights can cause extra strain and inflammation.
- Try and find wider shoes as opposed to narrow ones.
- Buying shoes in the afternoon or as this allows for the best fit.
- User orthopedic insoles to correct stance and create a more precise floor mechanism to provide a comfortable walking movement and alleviate pressure from the ball of the foot.
- Always have running or flat shoes to hand to wear when heels start causing pain.
- Seek advice if your feet start causing prolonged or constant pain in any part of the foot.
- Some may claim wearing high heels may be the same as the ancient tradition of foot binding but it is important to remember that although heels provide charm and high fashion the health of your feet is just as important.