The Cost of Wearing Heels
“High heels create a shock wave though your body, starting at your feet and traveling up into your spine,” Dr. Baskin says. “They can throw off your posture and gait, and even cause arthritis in the spine.” Long-term use of high heels can lead to another problem: a shortened Achilles tendon.
The higher the heel, the higher the risk of lower back, hip, and knee issues. With habitual wearing of heels two inches or higher, the Achilles tendon and calf muscles can face changes in shape. As the shoe heel pushes up the human heel, the Achilles tendon and calf muscles are facing increased pressure.
When you wear high heels, the shoe points the heel of the foot in an unnaturally upward position, which shortens the Achilles tendon—a band of muscles at the base of the calf. The shortening of this tendon as well as the shortening of other calf muscles can cause chronic leg pain and muscle spasms.
Existing foot or leg problems could become worse.
Your center of gravity changes when wearing high heels for prolonged periods which could put you body at risk for injury if you have weak ankles. Also if you have bunions or hammertoes you may experience pain if you don't give your feet a break.
High heels don't accentuate your butt in a way that makes it appear larger or fatter. Heels actually enhance your butt's appearance by lifting your cheeks and accentuating your feminine curves. Heels also up the femininity quotient of many outfits and can even make the way you walk look more attractive.
High heels may turn your outfit up a notch, but they can wreak havoc on your body. ... Poor posture, shortening of the Achilles tendon and low back pain are other ways that heels can harm your body. If you wear one or two-inch heels on a daily basis, you probably won't experience serious health issues, says Dr.
Benefit #5: High Heels Display a Toned Physique
Show off your toned calves, elongated legs and boosted bottom. High heels accentuate the calves, which results in our legs appearing to be longer and more toned, as well as our buttocks looking a lot perkier.
Many women enjoy wearing high heels despite knowing they can be harmful to the feet. There are many uncomfortable conditions that can originate from wearing this type of shoe, including shortened Achilles tendons, and a restriction in circulation.
The other thing high heels represent is a way of trying to get masculine power. ... Heels give us height. Height is associated with power and masculinity. So, they give us both masculine power and borrowed feminine power through sexualization.
Research shows that heels draw attention to long legs and small feet. Some argue that "high-heeled shoes, perhaps more than any other item of clothing, are seen as the ultimate symbol of being a woman."
First, look for a shoe that has a large enclosed front, as well as a closed back and top. Shoes that expose your toes or heels increase your risk for injury and infection. You may love slip-on shoes, sandals, clogs, and mules, but they may become a problem when it comes to Chronic Kidney Disease and Diabetic foot care.
Some women think that 50 is the magic age that you should no longer wear high heels. High heels do make you look sexier and even women over 50 want to look sexy. Doctors will tell you that wearing high heels 5 days a week can damage your back and legs and this even goes for younger women.
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