With Daylight Savings Time here, Spring is coming with summer not far behind. With the nice weather approaching, it is a great time to show off your new sandals and allow your feet to breathe. But since the warmer months can be rough on your feet,
it’s important to give your feet a little extra care to keep them looking great and feeling healthy.
it’s important to give your feet a little extra care to keep them looking great and feeling healthy.
Keep feet clean
It seems obvious, but the best line of defense against fungal or bacterial infections is proper hygiene and regular inspection of the feet and toes. Wash feet with soap and water daily, and dry them thoroughly to prevent infection. Wear shower shoes in public places, like pools and locker rooms. And to prevent ingrown nails and toenail fungus, keep toenails trimmed straight across. Do not leave nail polish on all summer long. Remove it periodically to allow your nail bed to breathe and prevent yellowing of the nails.
Avoid walking barefoot
Walking outside in the summertime without shoes increases the risk of injury and infection.
Protect feet from the sun
Wearing sunscreen is extremely important in the summertime- and that means lathering up the exposed skin on your feet and ankles too. Melanoma can occur anywhere on the body and 30% of all incidence occur on the lower limb.
Keep your feet fungus free
Coupled with good foot hygiene, you can also prevent toenail fungus by alternating your shoes. And if you suspect an infected fungal nail, make an appointment with Country Foot Care right away for early treatment.
Treat your feet
Eliminate rough, dead, winter skin and improve the appearance of your toenails. Lets our expert physicians pamper you in our soon to open state of the art Medical Spa. Get summer feet you’ll be proud to show off.
Prevent painful blisters
Sandals and flip flops can lead to irritating blisters when they rub against your bare skin. Use padding or bandages to prevent and reduce friction.
Examine your flip flops
Flip flops are great for allowing your feet to breathe all summer long, but thong sandals can result in sore feet and ankles. Choose styles with arch and heel support to keep feet healthy and pain free. Our Medical Shoe Store has an array of stylish and comfortable sandals which will feel as if you are walking on a cloud.
Following these easy steps during the warmer months and your feet will go a long way in looking and feeling their very best. Inspect your feet daily, and if you encounter any unusual foot problems or experience pain, contact our office for a thorough evaluation.
