Your feet are incredible structures, made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments, all working together to support your body’s weight and help you move. Despite their complexity, feet are often overlooked until something goes wrong. Common foot issues include corns, which are thickened areas of skin that form from pressure, and ingrown toenails, which can cause pain and infection when the nail grows into the surrounding skin. Toenails grow slower than fingernails, typically about 1/8 inch per month, which is why toenail care requires extra attention. Poor nail trimming or wearing ill-fitting shoes can lead to uncomfortable conditions over time. A podiatrist can help diagnose and treat a wide range of foot and toenail issues. This foot doctor can offer relief from pain, recommend proper footwear, and provide expert care for conditions like corns or ingrown toenails. If you are experiencing foot problems, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a podiatrist today.
Everyday foot care is very important to prevent infection and other foot ailments. If you need your feet checked, contact Jordan Baker, DPM from Best Foot Forward Surgical Podiatry. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.
Everyday Foot Care
Often, people take care of their bodies, face and hair more so than they do for their feet. But the feet are a very important aspect of our bodies, and one that we should pay more attention to. Without our feet, we would not be able to perform most daily tasks.
It is best to check your feet regularly to make sure there are no new bruises or cuts that you may not have noticed before. For dry feet, moisturizer can easily be a remedy and can be applied as often as necessary to the affected areas. Wearing shoes that fit well can also help you maintain good foot health, as well as making it easier to walk and do daily activities without the stress or pain of ill-fitting shoes, high heels, or even flip flops. Wearing clean socks with closed shoes is important to ensure that sweat and bacteria do not accumulate within the shoe. Clean socks help to prevent Athlete’s foot, fungi problems, bad odors, and can absorb sweat.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Florence, SC . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
