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I wear heels a lot and often run around in them. could this be bad for me?

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Yes: Foot is not meant to actively perform in heels. Muscles, bones and liagaments are not functioning properly. Over time this can cause pain and deformities. The size of the heel is also a factor. Obviously, the the higher the heel, the greater the risk.

Answered 10/4/2016

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