Countless people love the feeling of freedom and comfort of going shoeless. Are you one of them? If so, read the following tips. They are presented to help you learn more about the best ways to protect bare feet.
Use Common Sense
Using common sense is common sense, in every aspect of life. What this means in regard to going barefoot is thinking before mowing the lawn, staying away from campfires, etc.
If you’re a diabetic, you should never go barefoot. This is especially true when you’re outside. There is a chance, because of circulatory issues, you may not realize that you’ve stepped on something that may result in a foot injury.
Get Vaccinated
Getting a tetanus shot is recommended. A booster is required every 10 years. This is imperative, in the event that you accidentally step on nail or puncture your foot in some other manner.
Don’t Ignore a Puncture Wound
Never ignore a puncture wound, thinking it will heal up and disappear on its own. See a doctor, at your earliest convenience. This should actually be done within 24 hours of receiving the injury. The doctor will properly clean the wound, which will help to ensure it does not become infected.
Apply Sunscreen
Apply sunscreen to your ankles and the tops and bottom of your feet. Many individuals are unaware that skin cancer can develop on the feet It just isn’t as common place as other types of the disease.
Wear Flip-Flops
Wear flip-flops or beach shoes, while at the beach, spa or public pool area. This prevents the possibility of contracting a bacterial infection or stepping on something sharp and painful.
Monitor Your Feet
It goes without saying that you should frequently monitor your feet for any noticeable changes such as moles, warts, ingrown toenails or toenail fungus.
Nail fungus is often times overlooked, because the symptoms are typically mild the first. Watch for things like:
- Unpleasant odor
- Yellowing nails
- Brittle nails
- excessive debris under the nails
- redness, pain or swelling
This condition never goes away on its own. It only gets worse, if left untreated. You definitely don’t want that to happen! Protect bare feet, today.
In the event you think you may be dealing with a fungal nail infection or other foot ailment, please don’t hesitate to contact us. It’s extremely easy to book a comprehensive consultation, in order to see if there’s a problem. It’s our job to help protect bare feet.
