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The perfect, pointy pair of 4-inch heels can make any outfit, but with this style comes much suffering.
High heels have the stigma of being bad for health and comfort, but this barely stops women from wearing them occasionally and often daily.
Women often make sacrifices for foot fashion, but at what price? Studies have shown that these towering shoes can be costly in more ways than one, taking their toll on your spine, hips, knees, ankles and feet, while altering your posture and gait.
HOW HIGH HEELS HURT YOUR BODY
- BACK: The normal S- curve shape of the back acts as a shock absorber, reducing stress on vertebrae. Wearing high heels disturbs(flattening) this normal curve & causing you to lean forward. Poor alignment may lead to muscle overuse & back pain.
- POSTURE: A high heel shoe places increased amount of pressure on forefoot, causing you to adjust the rest of your body to maintain your balance.
- ANATOMICAL CHANGES: Daily use of high heels puts lot of stress on the back & knees as weight of body shift forward. Calf muscles may shorten & tendons may thicken.
- SPINAL & FOOT ABNORMALITIES: Conditions like Sciatica, Foraminal Stenosis, Hammer toe, Achilles Tendon, etc occur due to anatomical changes in spine & feet. This can lead to shooting pain, tingling, numbness, muscle weakness, spasms, cramps.
If you find related symptoms reach out to us –
Pooja Physiotherapy & Health Care Center
Blk 77 Indus road #01-521S’160077
Call now@ 6384 5452 or Whatsapp@ 8322 3371 or
drop an email at info@physiopooja.com.sg
