Doctors warn about high heels, skinny jeans

High heels, flip-flops linked to various ailments

Published On: Feb 21 2012 11:04:10 PM EST  Updated On: Feb 22 2012 06:37:39 AM EST

Dangerous Duds

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -

The latest fashions might make people look good, but they could be doing them harm.

Tight jeans often called skinny jeans may make legs look longer, but doctors say wearing the tight jeans with high heels is a recipe for disaster.  Heels higher than two inches have been linked to many aliments. 

"It's been proven to cause many problems, anything from bunions to hammer toes and chronic pain," said Memorial Hospital's Dr. Gary Winfield. "It has the potential to cause pain, nerve issues, and even significant digestive problems can occur."

Unfortunately, folks who stick to flat shoes can also have problems.  People who wear flip-flops constantly are losing support in their soles. They also tend to clench their toes to keep the flip-flops on, which can lead to ankle and hip problems.

Doctors say if people are seated for a long period of time while wearing tight jeans, it increases their chance for blood clots. 

Ladies aren't the only ones who fall victim to fashion; a study out of Cornell shows that almost a third of men buy dress shirts too small in the neck. A tight shirt around the neck can cause big problems.

"You're literally semi-strangling yourself every time you put your clothes on," said Winfield.

Doctors say a lot of the clothes that are in fashion right now could cause a danger. 

Aside from tight jeans and shoes, women and men who wear body shapers that are too tight can face nerve damage and even digestive issues. Shapers that compress the upper abdomen can also prevent lungs from fully inflating, reducing oxygen intake, which can lead to lightheadedness.


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