Most of us take our feet for granted and leave problems with them untreated a little too long. However, times have changed. It is not easy to access health services during the pandemic.

If something happens to your foot, it may not be easy to get to a podiatrist right away. In addition to the responsibility of staying at home, we are also responsible to ourselves in taking care of ourselves.

Don’t ignore foot care

Do not neglect foot care. Any podiatrist will tell you that many foot problems can be easily prevented, and that ignoring daily foot care can lead to painful and expensive problems later. Prevention is the answer, and a lot of money can be saved with a few precautions.

Watch your step

The first thing to do, of course, is to simply just attention to your feet. You should know what your feet normally look and feel like. Consult a podiatrist if you experience any pain, notice any changes in color, or toenails. With care and hygiene, you can prevent common but painful problems like ingrown nails and fungal toenails.

Keep your nails clean

Cut your nails straight across and round the edges by filing the nail. Filing your nails after you cut them is important. Do not try to pull loose bits off. File them downwards. Use a good sharp pair of toenail clippers, and not kitchen scissors.

Skin hygiene

Wash your feet regularly, check for any cuts or bruises, and dry carefully between your toes. Apply moisturizer if you feel hardened skin but not between your toes.

Red Flags

Redness, pain, swelling and foul odor are common warning signs of feet issues. Milder infections can usually be treated with cleaning, a mild antiseptic cream or an antiseptic dressing. Serious infections may need your podiatrist to have a look at your feet.

Prevention

Most infections can be prevented by –
• changing your socks and shoes regularly
• avoiding walking outside barefoot
• washing out wounds well with water
• keeping a sterile dressing or plaster over the wound all the time
• wearing gloves when you wash and dress a wound and wash your hands before and after doing so

Watch out for loved ones

It is important to pay attention to your loved ones, too. Check that your children's shoes fit.If you have. Senior loved one with mobility or sight issues, help them keep their feet clean and moisturized, check for any cuts or wounds and r file their toenails once a week.

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