Patients with diabetes and poor circulation should be under the care of a Podiatrist. Preventative maintenance can reduce the potential for infections and potential gangrene and amputation.
Monthly Archives: April 2012
Help Your Feet Last A Lifetime
Senior citizens in particular are in a high risk group for foot problems. With proper foot care senior citizens can enjoy many years of pain free activity. Toenail problems are quite common. As we get older toenails may thicken, become ingrown or be affected by fungus. Corns and calluses are more frequent and can result in foot pain. If you have these maladies visit your Podiatrist promptly.
Summer Feet Suffer
Beware of excessive use of flip flops during the summer. This type of footwear offers no support which can result in foot pain. If you are looking for sandals, look for a firm heel cup, arch support, and straps that go over the feet. Some excellent brands are Naot, FinnComfort, and Birkenstock.
Orthotic Assessment
Orthotics generally provide proper foot support for between 2 and 4 years. See your podiatrist to have your orthotics assessed to ensure that you have the correct biomechanical suppport and to determine if your prescription hasn’t changed.
Spring is here
Spring has begun and many of us are beginning to run outside again. Whether you are running for recreation, or training for upcoming races, spring is an excellent time to check your shoes to see if they need replacing. The rule of thumb is that running shoes should be replaced every 500 miles or 800 kilometers.