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The
basic kind of
walking can
be done almost
anywhere and at
any time,
year around.
more
about walking...
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simple footcare routine
is easy to achieve
at home and will
help prevent problems
such as cracked heels
and calluses. Giving
your feet some regular
care and attention
will also help you
identify anything
out of the ordinary
which may need professional
advice or treatment. |
Just letting water
run over your feet in the shower is not enough, take
the time everyday to wash your feet all over and in
particular between your toes. Removing dirt, sweat
and bacteria will help prevent infections and also
stop them smelling!
After washing it’s
important to dry your feet carefully, because bacteria
and fungi
love warm, moist
conditions. Dry feet gently but carefully ensuring
that you dry between all of your toes.
If you, or someone
in your family is suffering from a foot condition
don’t
share towels, socks
or shoes. If
in any doubt over a foot condition seek
advice from a healthcare professional.
Ideally you should
moisturize your feet
in the morning and
evening to help keep
the skin hydrated
& supple as the skin
on your feet can
dry out quickly, especially |
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in
the summer.
Try to make
moisturizing
your feet part
of your daily
body care routine
as regular
moisturisation
will help prevent
both the build
up of hard
skin and dry
or cracked
skin.
Toenails need to be trimmed regularly to keep them in good shape and to help
prevent them thickening or growing in the wrong way. Use a specialist toenail
clipper and always cut straight across and follow the natural shape of each nail.
Don’t cut too close or down the sides of your nails as this can result in soreness,
infections or the nail growing inwards.
If your toenails are hard or thick and difficult to cut try soaking them in warm
water to soften them. If you are still experiencing problems then seek the advice
of a Chiropodist or Podiatrist.
As well as washing feet daily, a fresh pair of socks or hosiery will help keep
feet feeling fresh and prevent odours developing. Try to change the shoes you
wear every day, your feet will sweat in the shoes and rotating footwear will
allow them to dry out thoroughly.
Feet
do sweat and
will sometimes
smell, so if
this occurs,
especially
in the summer
use a foot
spray and/or
shoe insoles
to help control
the problem. |
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