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LADIES: Safe ways of wearing heels

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Knowing that there are negative effects of wearing heels, heels may not be the healthiest choice for your feet, but you don’t have to rule them out altogether. Take some precautions and you can still gain a few inches without suffering major damage.

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Opt for a Platform Heel. If you’re obsessed with super high heels, choose a pair that also feature a platform through the front of the shoe. This offers the look of high heels, but raises the ball of the foot as well as the heel, putting less pressure on the ball overall. A three-inch heel with a one-inch platform feels more like two inches.
Choose a Comfort Brand. Thanks to innovation in footwear, it is possible to find a pair of heels that are both supportive and comfortable. Designer Cole Haan has partnered with Nike to create a line of comfy heels, while comfort brands like Clarks, Naturalizer, Aerosoles, and Sofft offer stylish pumps that won’t totally wreck your feet. Just be aware that comfortable and supportive heels often cost a premium compared to strictly style counterparts. Expect to pay $75 to $100 for an everyday pair.
Wear Heels for a Few Hours Max. I put a three-hour limit on wearing my heels, so I use them only when I know an event or occasion won’t last longer than that. If you’re going to be walking, dancing, or standing all night long, wear heels for a few hours and then switch to a stylish pair of flats. This can save your back, joints, and tender toes. You can even purchase folding flats that slip into your purse for a discreet way to change into something more comfortable as the night goes on. I wear CitySlips, which cost $30 and come with a clutch to hold the flats, but I’ve also seen cheaper versions on Amazon and at Walmart for about $20, which come with a small pouch.
Select Dressy Flats. Think you can’t wear flats for more formal occasions? Think again – embellished flats are a great alternative to high heels. I look for details such as studs, lace, or bows that dress up a pair of flats. Furthermore, flats can be really cute with dresses, skirts, and skinny jeans. However, if you hate flats, try a sleek pair of flat riding boots instead.
Add Orthopedic Pads. If your favorite heels lack support, try adding orthopedic insoles or pads. Since heels can be hard to fit, thin gel pads work wonders (I love Dreamwalk by Dr. Scholl’s). They’re small, but can still give you a little more support under the ball of your foot or throughout the entire sole to make heels more wearable.
Stretch Your Feet. If you find that your feet are achy and sore after a day in heels, sit on your couch and place a golf ball or tennis ball beneath your foot. Then, apply pressure on the ball as you roll it up and down your foot. It’s a great way to relieve tight muscles and tendons after a punishing day in heels.

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Final Word
There might not be a substitute for the way heels make your legs look or how they make you feel when you wear them. But if your long days in heels are leaving you sore and tired, it might be time to swap your higher heels for something a bit more comfortable. After all, a lifetime of knee pain and sore ankles isn’t worth the latest in shoe fashion. Still, if you must wear your sky-high pumps, do so carefully and in small doses, and you won’t suffer the ill effects of being fashionable.

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