People are getting foot Botox to deal with the return of high heels!
The world was on lockdown for about two years, and so were our wardrobes. A shift in the lives of many, fashion was centered around being comfortable rather than glamorous. The world went virtual from doing school, to work, as well as shopping online rather than in person. This prohibited the engagement of social interaction amongst people including events that required people to dress up in fancy attire including heels. Upon this, many people have had to readjust in getting back to dressing up post pandemic. Initially you would think that people would be excited to dress up and go out but wearing heels has been a struggle for many.
The origin of high heels trace back to 10th Century Iran. They were worn by Persian soldiers whilst riding horseback, as it kept their feet secure in stirrups while they stood up in the saddle to fire their arrows and throw their spears. Countries such as Iran and Europe had strong trade routes, which eventually the culture of heels was introduced amongst European culture circulating men. In European culture high heels were a sign of masculinity and high social status. Although high heels at this time were a male item of fashion, Italian courtesans began to wear heels to create a sexy androgynous look. The heels they wore were called chopines and would sometimes be 10 inches high. During this period, it was uncalled for women to wear high heels, until the 18th century. After the French Revolution the perspective of high heels changed, as extravagant fashion became uncommon, whereas high heels became more popular for women. By the 19th century high heels were a fashion trend, but strictly for women.
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Fast forward today high heel fashion has become unbearable for many resulting in foot Botox to deal with the “pain” of high heels.
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Botulinum toxin AKA Botox is a neurotoxic protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. This prevents the release of neurotransmitter acetylcholine from axon endings at the neuromuscular junction causing flaccid paralysis leaving a numb sensation to a body limb. Researchers have found that Botox can not only be done on your face, but on your foot as well. By paralyzing the muscles on a heel bone it reduces discomfort. This practice normally ranges from hundreds to thousands of dollars, which not everyone can afford. Luxury brands such as YSL have introduced “no heel high heels” to accommodate many women today with their new adjustments.
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With high heel fashion becoming popular amongst men again, and women switching to an expensive way of wearing heels, many could say history is repeating itself. A thought for the consumer, is Botox the solution to this foot pain?
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