India, Oct. 9 -- Your choice of footwear may affect your knee health. Everyday footwear should not only be limited to aesthetics; it also needs to support your feet and joints. Choosing the right pair goes beyond what matches your outfit or is easy to slip on.ALSO READ: Orthoepaedic surgeon shares simple remedy for rising knee pain in youth; calls it 'preventive healthcare'

Dr Ameet Pispati, director of orthopaedics and robotic knee surgery at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, shared with HT Lifestyle, in an interview, which types of footwear may put stress on your feet and joints. Are flats better than heels? What prevails over the other?

"With every step, your feet absorb and transmit forces through your ankles, knees, hips...