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| Foot Health, Podiatry |
1. BLISTERS
Footwear that pinches you, will give you blisters. You shouldn't wear
loose shoes either, because constant rubbing can also bring about blisters.
Care
* Till the blisters has dried, do not wear the same shoe.
* Don't attempt to puncture the blister your self, as your can infect
your skin
* Use a great talcum powder and keep the blister dry while heading out.
* When at home, apply an antiseptic cream over the blister.
2. CORNS
One is most likely to get corns at places where one gets blisters. If
the same faulty shoe is being worn continuously, you'll develop corns.
Care
* Change your shoes( foot wear) frequently.
* The best remedy is to leave corns alone and scrub them hard. with a
pumice-stone and massage after that If the corns are extremely painful, consult
your physician.
3. SWEATY TOES
These can pose a lot of problems. In the event you put on shoes, they
usually tend to obtain loose and acquired a unusual smell.
Care
* Steer clear of wearing closed shoes altogether.
* Wash your feet with cold water often.
* Use a skin astringent on the soles of your feet.
4. ENLARGED VEINS
This generally occurs when one has to stand a lot and occasionally
because of wearing extremely high heels.
Care
* Don't wear very tight shoes.
* Give yourself just a little rest during the day by taking off your
shoes and resting your toes higher than the level of your head.
5. CRACKED HEELS
Not enough moisture and oil can result in such a condition.
Care
* Make use of glycerin and oil to massage your feet once per week.
* Use a good moisturizer every day.
6. CRACKED NAILS
This happens because of neglect of the toe-nail and also if the well
being in general is not good.
Care
* Include plenty of vitamins in your daily diet.
* Massage the toe nails with a rich nourishing cream daily.
* Do not make use of a dry nail-polish
7. SWOLLEN FEET
This outcomes if one is net used to sitting or standing for too long,
with feet hanging down and rather right shoes.
Care
* Wash your feet with soap and hot water and apply Eau-de-Cologne on
them.
* Avoid sitting with your legs hanging down for a long time.
* Lie down with the feet higher than your head as frequently as
possible.
8. BUNIONS
These are caused due to particular pressure of the shoes on the toes.
Its tough to be free from of bunions so its best to steer clear of them. When
purchasing shoes, look for comfort and ease rather than design.
9. FUNGAL INFECTION
Feet are more vulnerable to such infections because fungus thrives in a
moist and airless atmosphere, where the sun does not reach.
Care
* Switch over to open shoes or sandals without socks
* Use any anti-fungal cream, particularly between the toes, which is
the breeding area for infection.
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