If you have older family members, the chances are high that you have seen corns before. Thick and complex, they develop as your body’s protective measure against pressure or friction. For healthy people, treatment only needs to be performed if you experience pain or discomfort. People with diabetes, however, will need to be careful as […]
What Happens When We Wear Flip-Flops?
Flip-flops are a staple of summer fashion, but what people don’t realize is they can cause damage. A shoe like this causes rubbing between your toes, and without support or cushioning, your feet slam into the ground when you walk. Your toes will curl when you walk as well, which makes you take shorter and […]
Beware of the Dreaded Ingrown Toenail
An ingrown toenail is quite common and will occur when the corner of a nail grows into your skin. The result is pain, swelling, or an infection that can lead to more significant issues. If you have diabetes, you will have to be especially careful as you are at a greater risk of complications than […]
Don’t Ignore Your Feet
Our feet are often neglected, but they shouldn’t be. Ignoring your feet can cause you to miss tell-tale signs of infection and critical issues. Luckily, you can save your feet from these issues by adopting small changes. How to Keep Your Feet at Their Best Give your feet a thorough examination. When you look over […]
Don’t Let Heel Spurs Keep You Down
Heel spurs occur when a deposit of calcium causes your bone to stick out.
Let Your Socks Save Your Feet
There are certain outfits that some people think you shouldn’t wear with socks. Some just don’t like wearing them at all. However, socks can save your feet from various problems. Issues like sweating, clammy and damp feet, peeling, cracking, and calluses could all be headed your way if you let the bacteria and fungus grow […]
Avoid Sweaty Feet While Having Fun in The Sun
Summertime is the perfect time to have fun. The sun is shining, the weather is excellent, and all you want to do is get out there and have a great time. If having sweaty feet is the only thing stopping you from doing so, here are some great tips to keep your feet dry and […]
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. […]
Why Foot Drop Can Be a Sign of Something More Serious
Foot drop is a common term for when you cannot lift the front part of your foot or have difficulty doing so. As a result, the front of your foot may drag on the ground as you walk. The severe part about this condition is that it is not classified as a disease but a […]