How do I stop the pain of wearing heels?

Question

I have just started wearing high heels but everytime I wear them I get this burning pain in the ball of my foot. Help!!! How can I stop this?

Answer 1

Try starting off with a small heel, for a couple of hours a day, even just around the house. Gradually build this time up as you get used to the shoes. After you feel comfortable wearing these shoes, try ones with a slightly bigger heel, then slightly higher after that, until you reach the size you want. Don't be tempted to jump in at the deep end as it'll just hurt your feet more, and only wear them for as long as they are comfortable. Try gel pads, which are good for the balls of your feet.
Also, if you get a shoe which has some kind of support for your heel/ankle, I've found that this helps as you don't have to worry so much about balancing or falling out of your shoes, and you can forget about your feet! I have really high arches in my feet which makes it hard to wear heels, but after about 7 months of this (yes, I know it's a long time!) I can wear any shoes I want. Good Luck!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I saw on Good Morning America the other morning a story on a new Nike line of high heels that incorporate sneaker technology. There supposed to feel like walking in sneakers and judging from the reactions of the shows female hosts it true. they also make men's shoes with the same tech so your guy can be comfortable and stylish like you. Otherwise just by a heels with a bit of a small platform because most heels like that have more padding.

Answer 4

Dr. Scholl's padded inserts will help, but you must change often. Now they have a new gel insole, you may want to try that one. And work your way up, don't jump into stilettos the first time out.
Good Luck
I love heels but please know wearing them can cause back problems later in life and has been known to tip your uterus, making becoming pregnant a little harder as well as full term pregnancy,and delivery can be harder. I've been wearing heels since I was 13, I have arthritis in my lower back (pain so bad ) some days it hurts to walk. I also HAVE a tipped uterus from heels, (so my Dr. told me.) Just try to sit in heels more then walk if possible. Always take along a comfy pair to change into if your out just in case. :)

Answer 5

your feet will get used to it to a degree, but its best starting off with a lower heel to start with and making sure there is enough room for your toes (minimise the pain)
gel inserts that squish under the ball of your foot are fabulous if you have to stand or walk a lot and the latest versions dont move around so much.

heels are sexy, there is no denying it, they make us stand taller, walk better, give us great calves and tip our hips and clench a little which makes are bottoms look smaller and perter, but even with all the lotions and potions and gadgets in the world if you spend all day standing on tip toes they are going to make your fee hurt.

'if you cant walk in heels, get taxis'

:-)

Answer 6

I find the scholl party feet help a lot! I normally wear flats so wearing heels is a nightmare for me, but not any longer. Give them a try. Superdrug were doing a buy one get one free offer not long ago.

Answer 7

scholl party feet you can get them at boots superdrug etc. They do them for all different shoe types for the ball of your feet, heel and back or your foot. Shame on you all those who said don't wear them

Answer 8

Don't wear heels that are too high for you. If you like heels, start out with maybe an inch or so, then once you're used to that, work your way up. If you have high arches, find a pair that have an arch support or add that yourself (you can find them at any pharmacy.)

Answer 9

you have to give yourself time to get used to wearing heels, the pain will ease with time, but for right now get some Dr.scholls insole pads made specially for when you wear heels

Answer 10

Try lower heeled shoes, or if you really like your shoes and want to carry on wearing them, there are gel pads which you can insert into your shoes to ease the pain.

This link might help!

http://partyfeet.co.uk/

Answer 11

U need to start off wearing lower heels!

Try a two inch heel, but wear them every day for like a month