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High heeled shoes or boots transfer the force through a much smaller area, causing a much greater pressure. It will hurt more if a person steps on someone’s foot in high heels than if they are wearing flat shoes. When using a sharp knife, the small area of the blade creates a large pressure, making cutting easier.

“The metatarsals, or five long bones of the foot, end at the ball, and heels can cause pain to the bone endings more than flat shoes would. Additional pressure can also be put on the toes, which tend to contract more when wearing heels.

“They can throw off your posture and gait, and even cause arthritis in the spine.” Long-term use of high heels can lead to another problem: a shortened Achilles tendon. High heels can also aggravate a deformity called Haglund’s, which is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel typically referred to as “pump bump.”

The average heel height is around 3 inches, or 7.5cm. This is the most classic heel height, and mid-height heels should be comfortable enough to wear all day. That said, the best heel height for you might be lower or higher than the average. Low heels are typically 1-2 inches, or 2.5-5cm.

There are several good ways of ensuring most trainers and dress shoes fit more snugly:

1. Wear thicker or an additional pair of socks. Thick socks will add extra bulk to your feet and provide a tighter fit inside your shoe.
2. Use a padded heel grip.
3. Use a padded toe cushion.

The 17 most comfortable heels

Heel Height If you are planning on wearing heels, be sure you consider the height of the heel. Studies have shown that the most comfortable height of heel for an all day event is anywhere between 3-4 inches.

The answer is there is no ideal heel height for wedding shoes, the singular most important thing is that you are comfortable. That’s it. So if you never wear heels in everyday life, don’t suddenly expect to feel at home in a pair of 5 inch stilettos!