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5. Wear padding on the balls of your feet if partying in high heels

Use foot felts and foams. Foot specialist Scholl provides a range, including ball-of-foot cushions and pressure-point foam padding that can be bought in shops such as New Look, River Island, Oasis, Topshop and most supermarkets and chemists. These products have an adhesive backing that sticks to your feet, avoiding slippage and therefore blisters.

6. Never burst a blister

Not unless you want sore feet for days. Blisters are created by rubbing, so avoid shoes that rub.

7. Never wear brand new shoes for a long period of time

Initially wear your new shoes around the house or in short bursts. Don't wear brand new shoes on your party night or you will suffer.

8. Avoid sprains and strains

Sprains, strains and muscle soreness can happen to anyone, but are more likely if you are walking on an uneven surface or a very high narrow heel. Avoid cobbled streets and best get a taxi home after the party.

9. Use ice on painful sprains and strains

Ice does work - it reduces swelling. If you suffer a sprain or strain, use ice as soon as possible or within the first four hours. After that, use heat to reduce bruising, swelling and pain.

Next time you decide to party on a week night and have to haul yourself into the office the next morning, follow Gloria's advice and you'll glide elegantly into work ready to face another day's hard slog - no crutches necessary.

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