How to Prevent Common Foot Problems

Foot Problems

Many people experience foot and ankle problems. Some of the main causes of foot problems are poor choice of footwear, diabetes, and aging. We will mention a list of foot problems and how you can prevent them.

  • Claw toes
  • Gout
  • Ingrown toenails
  • Toenail fungus
  • Blisters
  • Bunions
  • Athlete’s Foot
  • Hammertoes
  • Corns and calluses
  • Plantar Fasciitis

Wear comfortable shoes

Choose shoes that do not put pressure on your toes, make you walk on the balls of your feet, or alter the position of your toes. Your toes should have ample space in your shoes. Arch support is also important for stability and proper gait.

Get up and exercise

Do regular exercise to maintain good blood circulation in your lower limbs. Keep your feet in healthy condition and lose weight to reduce that extra strain on your feet. Light stretching before and after your workout routine is essential to avoid cramps, sprains, and injuries.

Right shoes for the right activity

Choose supportive, padded footwear designed for your sport to protect your feet. In basketball, soccer, and tennis, your foot movement is different which is why they all have different structures and paddings. If you play different sports, you will have to invest in the right shoes to safeguard your feet.

Hygiene

Keep your feet dry during the day and apply a good, recommended moisturizer at night when going to bed. Ingrown toenails may be avoided by cutting nails straight across. To prevent fungal infections, avoid going barefoot in public pools and washrooms.

Control your diabetes

Taking care of diabetic feet is very important, in addition to controlling your blood sugar levels. Schedule an appointment with a podiatrist at least once a year and more frequently if you have problems like lacerations or blisters that won’t heal.

Give your feet rest

Your feet also require rest. After a super long day, if your feet are feeling a little worn out or sore, soak them in warm water and salts. After that, a relaxing massage and elevation will ease your feet from discomfort.

If you have painful and aching feet, you should visit a podiatrist. A podiatrist is a specialist in everything foot and ankle and can help you with diagnosis and possible remedies to treat your foot and ankle condition. At the New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group, there are almost 30 foot and ankle surgeons, podiatrists, and doctors. With more than 30 locations, from Newark, NJ, to Cape May, NJ, we value convenience and excellent service for our patients. We offer compassionate, cutting-edge care across our network, and we are here to address all your foot concerns. Our group is among the best foot and ankle providers in the country. To schedule an appointment, first find a podiatrist in your area.