22 Mar Taking Good Care of Your Feet
Your feet keep you moving, and because of this, it is highly important that you give them proper care during your daily regimen.
Your feet should get just as much attention as the rest of your body. Just as often as you cleanse other areas, you should be directly cleansing your feet with soap. Don’t forget to apply a foot scrub 1-2 times per week also to help get rid of dead skin cells as well as help maintain a soft texture. After you shower or bathe, applying moisturizer to wet skin is optimal for absorption. Keeping your feet clean and healthy will help stave off issues like cracked heels that may bleed or fungal infections.
The first area to regularly examine is your toe nails. Clipping your toenails as needed will not only get you sandal ready, but will improve your overall foot health. Keep your toenails not too long, but not too short. Short toenails can lead to ingrown toenails which is not only painful but prone to infection. Long toenails can easily snag and rip which can lead to unnecessary pain. If you are experiencing pain in your toenail region, it is important you seek the help of foot specialist.
The second area you will want to examine is your heels and soles of your feet. They often take the brunt of your momentum and force coupled with improper footwear, you feet will be prone to blisters and calluses. You will want to take care of any blisters or cuts with topical antibacterial treatment and a band aid to prevent further injury.
If you notice anything unusual, it is important to seek assistance from a podiatrist. Issues like plantar warts or athlete’s foot is painful and prevalent and will require medical attention.
As important to wear shoes when out of your home, also wearing socks when home will create a barrier between a bacteria infested floor and your feet. Pairing a moisturizer with your socks can do wonders for the softness of your feet!
A final thing to consider when you are taking care of your feet is to pamper yourself. Whether that is a brief few minutes massaging your feet after a long day or a trip to the spa for a foot massage or pedicure, massages have known benefits of increasing circulation which makes cell repair much more efficient.
From top to bottom, each body part warrants attention during your personal care regimen. Keeping in mind these tips will make the upkeep of your feet’s overall appearance and health a breeze.