Whilst we all have our feet out more for the next few months- please be careful with them. Here are a few summer hazards to consider.
| Hazards |
Why |
Treatments |
Prevention tips |
| Sweaty feet |
Feet have thousands of sweat glands. |
-Air your feet. -Wash your feet. -Change your socks. -Keep hydrated. |
-Wash your feet daily. -Dry between your toes. -Alternate your shoes. -Spray your shoes with a cleansing spray. -Keep toenails trimmed. -Wear socks with anti-bacterial properties such as bamboo. |
| Support |
Summer shoes generally have less support for your foot and ankle, meaning sprains are more likely. |
-If you get a sprain, rest, ice, compress and elevate. |
-Wear the right shoes for the activity, wear walking shoes if going for a walk. |
| Sunburn |
Never forget to apply sun cream to your feet. |
-Use an aloe vera based after sun. -Don’t pop blisters. -Keep the area clean and dry. |
-Apply sun cream to your feet regularly throughout the day. |
| Sharps |
It’s tempting to not wear shoes at the park or beach but there are always dangers around. |
-If you are confident, remove the sharp with tweezers if small. -Use an antiseptic swab to clean the area. -Cover with a sterile dressing. -We have emergency appointments if you can’t remove the object. |
-Don’t walk around bare feet. -Choose summer shoes with side protection. |
Have a fabulous summer, we are looking to hearing about your holidays, staycations and adventures. If you, or someone in your family has a foot emergency, give us a call.
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