How to Recognize and Treat Trench Foot

Trench foot is a condition that occurs when your feet are wet for too long. It can lead to frostbite and other issues. Symptoms of trench foot include redness, blisters, swelling, cold and blotchy skin, numbness, a tingling and/or itching sensation, and a prickly or heavy feeling in the foot. How to Treat Foot Trench […]

Prevent Swimmer’s Toe This Summer

Swimmer’s toe occurs in the summer, and it happens when you have prolonged exposure to the swimming pool. When you swim for long periods, your feet may start to peel and crack at the bottom of your toes. The technical name for this skin condition is keratolysis exfoliativa, but most know it as swimmer’s toe. […]

Taking Control of Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is a painful condition and can cause extreme discomfort. There are many reasons why this condition may afflict you, and the most common are walking barefoot, not having the proper arch support, high impact activity, weight gain, or arthritis. If you have weak muscles in your ankles that will cause this condition as […]