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Updated by Umbrella Health Care Systems on Oct 22, 2023
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The Worst Shoes for Your Feet

Unless you’re a free spirit or a full-time beach dweller, chances are you’re going to wear shoes from time to time. But not all shoes are created equal—the best shoes can keep your feet healthy and provide them with proper support and alignment, while the worst shoes can set your feet back years, causing pain, discomfort, and structural damage.
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High Heels

High Heels

Whether they're sky-high or not, this style can give you a painful knot on the back of the heel. The rigid material presses on a bony area some women have called a "pump bump,” which is permanent. The pressure leads to blisters, swelling, bursitis, and pain in the Achilles tendon. Ice, orthotics, and heel pads may provide pain relief -- along with better shoes.
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Problem: Unnatural Foot Position

Problem: Unnatural Foot Position

Ultra-high heels force the feet into a position that puts stress on the ball of the foot. At this joint, the long metatarsal bones meet the pea-shaped sesamoid bones and the toe bones (phalanges). Too much pressure can inflame these bones or the nerves that surround them. Chronic stress to the foot bones can even lead to hairline fractures.
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Problem: Ankle Sprains

Problem: Ankle Sprains

All high heels boost the risk of an ankle sprain. The most common, a lateral sprain, happens when you roll onto the outside of the foot. This stretches the ankle ligaments beyond their normal length. A severe sprain may tear those ligaments.
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Stilettos

Stilettos

Although all high heels can cause problems, the ultra-narrow heels of stilettos are particularly risky because the weight is pinpointed on one small area. That can make you wobble like you're walking on stilts. You’ll be more likely to trip and sprain your ankle.
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Problem: Plantar Fasciitis

Problem: Plantar Fasciitis

A band of tissue called the plantar fascia runs along the bottom of the foot. It pulls on the heel when you walk -- and it works best with the proper arch in your foot. Walking in flimsy shoes without good arch support can overstretch, tear, or inflame the plantar fascia. This common condition can cause intense heel pain, and resting the feet only provides temporary relief.
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Flip-Flops

Flip-Flops

Your feet will get very little protection, so cuts, splinters, and other foot injuries are a risk. Plus, many flip-flops provide no arch support. Like ballet flats, they can worsen plantar fasciitis and cause problems with the knees, hips, or back.
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Platform Shoes and Wedges

Platform Shoes and Wedges

This style tends to have rigid foot beds, which can hamper how your foot naturally moves when you walk. If the heel of the platform is much higher than the toe area, the shoe also puts pressure on the metatarsal bones.
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