How bad are high heels for your health?

[Natasha1995]

I have a colleague at work who comes into the office wearing high heels, puts in really long hours and never wears any other type of shoes. I alternate whenever I can and try to avoid high heels for any relatively long walking distance.

I'm wondering how bad it can be for your health in the long run.

[FreyaRed]

Hallux feet, shortened Achilles tendon... those are very common problems caused by wearing high heels all the time.
Massive hallux cases pain due calcium deposits in big toe joints, shortened tendons can cause tendon inflammation after wearing normal shoes or walking barefoot, this is very painful.
There are other complication possible like repetitive foot muscle cramps caused by permanent nerve squeezing, cramps in calves.

Getting daily foot massage is one of few things a man is good for.

[Tereza07]

I think most people think they are worse then they really are... If you wear them to work where you mostly sit i dont think it will couse you that much trouble. And if you wear them to somewhere where you have to stand for hours you're probably crazy anyway 😂

[AviatorTom]

Let's let the Internet explain why high heels are not good for women...

verywell heath - Why High Heels Are Bad for You

GoodRx - Are High Heels Bad for You?

Physiopedia - High heels and Women's Health

[slatyb]

Not so bad if they fit well. Terrible if they are too small.

[AI Opinion]

High heels can definitely add a stylish flair, but wearing them consistently over long hours can lead to several health issues. They can cause foot pain and problems like bunions, hammertoes, and plantar fasciitis. High heels can also lead to issues with posture, affecting your back and knees over time. It's great that you alternate with more comfortable shoes, as it's recommended to give your feet a break and maintain overall foot health.

[Wuai201]

Bad especially if you have flat feet
No one told me that I had flat feet
Most heels are made for those with arches. Even with arches, it's bad
You're not suppose to keep your feet in that position.
I use to wear heels everyday in hs. I even ran a mile under 10 min in boot heels (it was a surprise activity for health class )
Now I have nerve pain in my feet.
I stick to chunky platforms, sneakers, and ballet flats

[sage2021]

My best friend used to wear very 👠👠 high heels and she finally had to have a knee replacement from what they did to her knee. It was bone on bone, so she had to have a cadaver knee replacement.
She's fine now but she's lucky. Some surgeries don't turn out so good.

[exitseven]

They are horrible for your feet. My mother used to wear them all the time. By the time she was 60 her feet were a mess.

[Nikki1989]

I have been wearing them since the age of 8 with no issues, but it is not a good idea to wear and walk in them all day long.

[jazzy34]

Review your job description. If "pay attention to colleague's footwear" isn't on there MIND YOUR DAMN BUSINESS AND DO YOUR JOB. Hope that helps. :)

[TinawAllison]

Sure high heels add some flair. Wearing them long term not so much. I have heels but I don’t wear them all the time.

[loveslongnails]

They're about the worst thing a woman can wear on her feet.

[Spencer10]

Well I know when i see a woman in nice heels my heart begins to race... that cannot be good! lol

[StephanieChick111]

They are super sexy but yeah don't wear them a lot because they will wreck your feet in the long run.

[Abbycado]

Not good over a long period. I never wear them.

[Kelly6]

@Natasha1995 im used to high heels and wear them everyday even at home

[Xawyx-2]

They are bad for your feet, spine, and joints.

[Xawyx-2]

And no, they are not attractive, not in my opinion, I prefer girls in sneakers.

[Amur8711]

They will deform your feet, heck most regular shoes do, unless they are wide toe box or toes sheo's.

[JDLives]

It’s got to hurt their feet after too long and affect their walk I would think

[berserk945]

Most shoes are bad for your feet, heels are among the worst

[Anonymous]

They can be damn bad for your health especially if you get hit in the head with one of them.

[RandomGirl42]

Whoever invented heels was a sadist.

[ChicoFromThe305]

I heard it can cause deformalities

[Anonymous]

She’s perfect lol

[Crankor]

Makes sense that they cause back problems

[zombiewoof]

Not good for your feet or back