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To prevent
foot problems and to maintain good foot health, here are a few simple things you should do:
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Bathe feet daily; dry them thoroughly.
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Check feet frequently for pain, corns, calluses, cracks, and other abnormalities. Changes and/or pain in the feet and ankles are not normal and could indicate a serious foot ailment or circulatory problem.
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Keep feet warm.
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Trim toenails straight across, slightly longer than the end of the toe.
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Wear properly fitting socks.
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Wear properly fitting, protective footwear.
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Walk __
walking is the best exercise for feet.
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Wear safety footwear at work and at home when using tools or moving heavy items. Safety footwear is comfortable, flexible, stylish, and
provides protection from injury.
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Seek medical attention at the first sign of an injury or infection in the foot or ankle. Self-treatment
is not always a good choice and can turn a minor problem into a major one.
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Prevent foot problems by
using these suggestions and by visiting your podiatrist as part of an annual health check-up. The podiatrist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats foot disorders and injuries medically and surgically. By visiting the podiatrist regularly, you can insure a lifetime of good health for your feet.
Foot problems contribute to pain in knees, hips, and lower back, and also diminish work efficiency and leisure enjoyment. Healthy feet are critical to a successful fitness program and a healthy productive life.
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