Our feet allow us to do so much, yet they are often neglected or overlooked. Therefore it is important for us to take good care of them. Wearing proper footwear is just one of the ways we can take care of our feet. Look for shoes that are comfortable and provide enough room inside. Shoes that are tight or that force the foot into an uncomfortable position, such as heels, can cause a number of health problems such as plantar fasciitis and corns. If you experience sweaty feet, use foot powder and switch socks often to prevent conditions like athlete’s foot or toenail fungus. Washing your feet will keep them clean and also help stave off certain foot ailments. If your feet hurt, giving yourself a massage by rubbing them in circular motions with your hands can help relieve some tension. If pain is constant or chronic, however, see a podiatrist for help. Finally, if you paint your nails, avoid using nail polish and polish remover containing harsh chemicals.

Everyday foot care is very important to prevent infection and other foot ailments. If you need your feet checked, contact one of our podiatrists from Pennsylvania Foot & Ankle. Our doctors can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Everyday Foot Care

Often, people take care of their bodies, face and hair more so than they do for their feet. But the feet are a very important aspect of our bodies, and one that we should pay more attention to. Without our feet, we would not be able to perform most daily tasks.

It is best to check your feet regularly to make sure there are no new bruises or cuts that you may not have noticed before. For dry feet, moisturizer can easily be a remedy and can be applied as often as necessary to the affected areas. Wearing shoes that fit well can also help you maintain good foot health, as well as making it easier to walk and do daily activities without the stress or pain of ill-fitting shoes, high heels, or even flip flops. Wearing clean socks with closed shoes is important to ensure that sweat and bacteria do not accumulate within the shoe. Clean socks help to prevent Athlete’s foot, fungi problems, bad odors, and can absorb sweat.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, Port Richmond, Philadelphia, and Hamilton, New Jersey . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.