India, March 22 -- High heels are the go-to footwear choice for exuding a fierce, glamorous look with confidence. From adding height to enhancing style, they remain a killer fashion staple that can make any outfit look snatched. But looks like it may actually be 'killing' you.

Regardless of the aching pain you experience when wearing heels, many endure the discomfort with the mantra 'beauty is pain.' But are the few inches really worth it? Regularly wearing heels puts strain on your spine, potentially leading to long-term health consequences.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Ashis Acharya, senior consultant orthopaedics and sports medicine unit, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi, shared a comprehensive guide to the health consequ...