Foot Care

• You should check your feet regularly for any abnormal color or skin problems.
• Keep feet clean and dry.  This helps prevent bacteria and other infectious organisms from collecting under the nail.
• Use a foot file to exfoliate hard skin on the soles of your feet. This is best done during or after a shower or bath when the skin is soft.
• Dry your feet thoroughly - including between your toes. Fungi flourish in warm, damp conditions, which can lead to athlete's foot.
• You should keep your feet moisturized with a good moisturizer so that you can keep the skin soft, moist and healthy..
  
• Pay close attention to any changes that you find on your skin or nail.  If in doubt you should consult with a Doctor.
  
• Do not go barefoot, even in your own home. Bacteria are ALL over and even a small crack in the skin can allow bacteria past our greatest protection…our skin.
• Don't squash your feet into badly fitting shoes. This can lead to bunions.
• If you have diabetes, blood flow problems can lead to nerve damage or ulcers in the feet. Visit a podiatrist or chiropodist regularly so that any problems are found early.