Don't ditch your high heels yet

There are very few women who can claim never to have pulled their mothers' high heels out of their closets as young children. Little girls are drawn to grown-up things and love to clomp around the house in shoes that are 10 sizes too big, dreaming of the day when they will be able to wear such lovely shoes themselves.
Finally, when that day arrives, the novelty soon wears off: high heels -- while sophisticated, beautiful and dressy, yes -- are often uncomfortable.

Sure, they were a dream when they were too loose and beyond our years, but when you have to squeeze your toes into tiny spaces, you realize they're not all they're cracked up to be. High heels make catching a bus, chasing toddlers and navigating the grocery store more difficult. And heck, doesn't it seem like they're getting less and less comfortable every year?

The Canadian Podiatric Medical Association (CPMA) recommends that women add cushioning to the soles of their shoes in order to keep their feet healthy and more comfortable.

That's why Dr. Scholl's® For Her™ has designed High Heel Insoles with your favorite pumps, sandals, sling-backs and boots in mind.
According to the CPMA, as women age, "the fat pad under the bones at the ball of the foot tends to get displaced forward and reduces the cushioning at the ball of the foot." This is where insoles can be helpful in providing extra cushioning.

Dr. Scholl's® High Heel Insoles help shift the pressure off the balls of your feet, so you can have fashion and comfort in the same pair of shoes.
The gel is clear, so the pads are nearly invisible inside your strappy sandals, and they're super slim, so they won't make your shoes feel too tight or crowd your toes. And if they happen to get dirty in a slinky pair of sandals, you can wipe them clean with a damp cloth.

For maximum comfort, it's important to give your feet a breather, too. When you can, stand up and stretch your body, then sit down and slip off your shoes. The CPMA recommends turning each foot in circles, then moving your toes in up-and-down motions. This will help relax and stretch your foot muscles, reducing the likelihood of getting cramps.

You can also help prevent foot pain by breaking new footwear in gradually and replacing shoes that have lost their shock-absorbing ability. Dr. Scholl's® For Her™ High Heel Insoles should be replaced about every 6 months for maximum comfort, but if you notice any discomfort, try replacing them even sooner (especially if you have a particular pair of shoes you wear every day). If continuous discomfort persists, consult a physician.

Following these tips will help you keep your feet happy and comfortable, even in the most uncomfortable looking shoes. It's time to get excited about wearing high heels again!