Feet accumulate the wear and tear of travelling distances, bear the stress of daily work—whether sitting, or standing for long hours, or carrying heavy loads. We use feet for walking, running, climbing, driving, standing, and even for balance. Unlike a tire change on a car, we are unable to change the feet on our bodies. When they become worn and torn, it is imperative to take notice of any ongoing foot pain, discomfort, or abnormality.
What are common signs of feet who need care? Foot fungus, blisters, plantar warts, corns, bunions, ingrown toenails, cracked skin, even minor cuts are all possible problems that can
arise when foot health is overlooked and not monitored on a consistent basis. If there are any unknown causes of bleeding, skin discoloration, or numbness along with loss of feeling this
should be communicated with your health professionals as there could be more serious undiagnosed conditions such as diabetes. These issues can vary in severity levels depending on when they are addressed, however, attack any foot related concerns at the earliest warning signs. Seek consultation from your primary health practitioner first, and then if needed, they can recommend foot care specialists such as podiatrists, endocrinologists, or even massage therapists.
Simple solutions for sustaining healthy feet are daily preventative routines.
- Inspect your feet daily
- Keep feet washed and clean thoroughly between toes and underside
- Dry feet after shower as fungus and other bacteria thrive in moist conditions
- Trim overgrown nails and confirm no signs of ingrown toenails.
- Wear proper footwear—socks and shoes. In relation to the environment, foot size, proper walking mechanics, and even athletic related activities can affect your feet health.
