High heels lead to shorter muscle fibres and a toughening of the Achilles tendon, says , Professor of Clinical Physiology at The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
Dr Narici says these muscle changes reduce your ankle’s range of motion, and contribute to your risk for strains and sprains.
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