Take Breaks Aside from choosing heels and shoes that are as feet-friendly as possible, Sutera suggests taking breaks from heels, rather than wearing them all day or every day. Opt for very low heels, flats, or sneakers whenever possible, like on a commute to work. Exercise To keep your legs strong and supportive, Sutera says to try some isolated exercises. These include calf raises, toe grips (picking up an object with your toes and holding it), and alphabet outlines (drawing the letters of the alphabet in the air with your big toe, moving only your ankle joint and balancing on one leg at a time). Get a Massage Massaging your back, upper legs, calves, Achilles tendons, and arches—be it with the help of a professional or on your own with a foam roller—will curb a buildup of tension, Sutera says. And for isolated foot treatments at home, Splichal suggests using two products from Naboso Technology, a sensory product line that she founded: a neuro ball for nerve stimulation and toe spacers to keep the feet aligned. Stretch After wearing high heels for a few hours, Sutera says the best thing to do for your muscles and joints is to stretch your calves. The practice relieves tension and stiffness by keeping the muscle flexible. Here are a few stretches that Sutera says to try: Sit with your straight legs in front of you, then wrap a yoga band (or a towel, if you need to improvise) around one foot. Use it to gently pull your toes back and your foot up. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides. Get situated in a downward dog yoga position. Hold it for 30 seconds. Stand facing a wall with your feet staggered. Bend the front knee slightly and extend the back leg fully. Place both hands in front of you, then lean forward against the wall until you feel a stretch in your back leg. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.