Elevate Your Comfort: 5 Exercises for High Heel Pain Relief

High heels are fashionable but can be wreak havoc on your ankles. Consistent exercises can reduce pain and keep you fashionably safe.
Elevate Your Comfort: 5 Exercises for High Heel Pain Relief
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Let’s be honest: High heels are timeless and elegant. They’ve stayed fashionable for centuries, maintaining relevance as other trends come and go. When paired with a dress, they create an instantly classy look.

However, high heels, especially those with significant elevation, can strain the muscles, joints, and ligaments of the lower legs over time. Research indicates that the higher the heel, the greater the misalignment of the foot. They can also increase the risk of falls. Oh, the price we’re willing to pay for fashion.
Kevin Shelley
Kevin Shelley
Kevin Shelley is a licensed occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience in major health care settings. He is a health columnist for The Epoch Times.
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