03 Feb Common Foot Conditions Associated with New or Bad Shoes
Your feet and ankles face a lot of wear and tear as they are the parts of the body holding the most weight and pressure. They are the foundation to the skeletal system in the body and they support our bodily functions while providing balance and mobility. It is important that you take care of your lower extremities as they are susceptible to injury and/or trauma, often due to the constant weight and force which often absorbs shock from different areas of the body. A trend we see with common conditions in feet and ankles is almost a direct result of the patient’s shoe choice. At Cherrywood Foot Care, we specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of foot care as a certified team of ankle and foot professionals.
Blisters are very common in areas such as the heel and are often a result of friction from new shoes or an improper pair of socks. To soothe these troublesome areas, experts say Vitamin E ointment or an Aloe-based cream will relieve any sore or tenderness in the affected area until new and healthier skin grows in to replace it. Now that we know how to treat blisters, how can we prevent them from even happening? Blisters often form as a result of new shoes so be sure to break in your new pair by gradually walking and standing in them before a night out on the town. Get your feet accustomed to the shape and size of the shoe while also giving the shoe some ability to stretch if the material permits it. This can also prevent the result of corns and calluses which are often caused by the friction and pressure of new shoes as well.
It is said that moleskin and specific padding can also be used in the prevention and care of foot conditions. Bad odor (something that is most common in feet of all sizes due to the sweat glands that exist there) can also be treated and sometimes maintained by your shoe choice. It is said that about 3,000 glands per inch consist in the feet and hands. The interaction between your socks and shoes could be the generation of more perspiration and even bad odor. Excessive sweating may be a hormonal or chemical imbalance; though if your make the choice of shoes and socks with easy air ventilation, it may help with the circulation of air and moisture that is trapped within your feet and shoe of the night.
The specialists at Cherrywood Foot Care will be sure to find you a remedy and help you tackle any condition and put you back on your feet no matter what your condition!