To minimize the problems stemming from high heels, women can observe the following suggestions: keep the maximum heel height to two inches or under; make sure the shoe fits correctly in all foot areas, such as the heel and toe box; vary heel heights and alternate high heels with flats or low-heeled alternatives (shoes with wider heels and a heel height of no more than 3/4s of an inch); and choose designs of high-heeled shoes made for walking. Do not wear high heels for a time period of more than three hours.