* Kitten heels are a good- looking, foot-friendly option for heel wearers. With a heel height typically less than 1 inch, kitten heels deliver a bit of height without the pres- sure that higher heels can cause.


* Be extra careful when wearing platforms or wedges, as these styles can compro- mise your balance and stabil- ity. Very high shoes may lead to ankle rolls and falls. Choose lower platforms and wedges that secure with an- kle straps.


* During warm weather, peep toes tempt women to show off pretty pedicures. Be aware, however, that peep toes can cause toes to slip forward or overlap, and may even push nail edges into skin, causing an ingrown toe- nail.


* Visit the APMA’s web-


site, www.apma.org, to review a list of podiatrist-approved women’s footwear that has earned the organization’s Seal of Acceptance.


* If you experience persistent foot pain, see a podiatrist. Feet shouldn’t hurt all the time, and if they do it may indicate injury, irritation or illness. You can search for a po- diatrist in your area by visiting the APMA website.


Finally, even if you’re like the average American woman and own nine pairs of high heels, don’t wear them every day. Daily heel-wearing can cause the Achilles tendon (the strong tendon at the back of your ankle) to shrink, increasing your risk of an in- jury while doing activities in flat shoes, including exercise.


“Treat heels like dessert,” Garoufalis says. “Don't wear them all the time, just on spe- cial occasions.”


Oct/Dec 2014 21 Kalon Women Magazine


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