According to TIME magazine, the condition of your feet can reveal a lot about your overall health. For example, hairless toes and feet can be strong indicator of potential circulation problems. Baldness in the feet can indicate that there is not enough blood flow to sustain hair growth. Another example would be sores or wounds that do not heal. Sores and wounds that do not heal are often red flags for diabetes or skin cancer and need to be addressed immediately.

An enlarged big toe may be an indicator of gout while skin that is flaky, peeling or itchy could be a sign of a fungal infection. All symptoms of the feet and ankles need to be addressed immediately, as they can always be a sign of a more serious infection or condition. Without treatment, more serious conditions could lead to deterioration and even amputation of the lower legs and limbs.

All feet deserve everyday foot care, not just celebrity feet. If you require a professional opinion, see podiatrist Paula F. Raugellis, DPM of Greene Podiatry Assoc Inc. Dr. Raugellis can address your foot concerns.

Every Day Foot Care

Often, people take care of their bodies, face and hair more so than they do for their feet. But the feet are a very important aspect of our bodies, and one that we should pay more attention to. After all, without our feet, we would not be able to perform most daily tasks. It is best to check your feet regularly to make sure there are no new bruises or cuts that you may not have noticed before, for example.

For dry feet, moisturizer can easily be a remedy and can be applied as often as necessary to the affected areas. Wearing shoes that fit well can also help you maintain good foot health, as well as making it easier to walk and do daily activities without the stress or pain of ill-fitting shoes, high heels, or even flip flops.

Also, wearing clean socks with closed shoes is important to ensure that sweat and bacteria do not accumulate within the shoe. Clean socks help to prevent athlete’s foot, fungi problems, bad odors, and can absorb sweat. Also make sure that the socks fit properly and are not uncomfortably tight.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our office in Waynesburg, PA. We offer the latest in diagnostic and treatment technologies to meet all your needs.

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