Platforms effectively reduces the angle between the heel and the ball of the foot. For example, a 10 cm heels with 2 cm platform feels more like wearing a 8cm heels to your foot. This relieves pressure on the arch and ball on the foot. Platforms help distribute body weight more evenly across the foot, rather than concentrating it on the ball. This can decrease pain and fatigue, especially over long wear.
 
Full Platform
Covers all the surface of the front part of your shoes. This gives you more stability while walking.
 
Hanging Platform
Covers less of the surface of your front part of the shoes. Less stability, but more slim looking especially for a very thick platform.
 
Hidden Platform
Covers all the surface of the front part of your shoes. This gives you more stability while walking. Hidden platform will not be so noticeable since it is covered by the upper of the shoes. However, it gives the shoes a more thick look on the front part. Maximum height of hidden platform is 2 cm.