The Foot

• An ill-fitting shoe can cause permanent damage to the bones of the foot. The most common type of shoe to cause this type of trouble is the high heel. A shoe that fits too tightly around the toes can cause ingrown toenails from too much pressure on the surrounding skin. Ingrown toenails are extremely painful and can lead to infection. Any shoe that isn't properly fitted can cause painful corns and calluses. Wearing shoes that do not offer proper arch support can cause the arch of the foot to collapse. This can lead to problems in other parts of the body.