Posted 1 Jul '21

Summer Feet

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.