Do’s: Inspect both feet daily looking for cuts, scratches, blisters, cracks in the skin and redness, remembering to check between the toes.
Do’s: Wash and dry your feet daily and avoid using towel in rubbing motion between toes.
Do’s: Avoid extreme temperatures both hot and cold.
Do’s: Test bath water with elbow or thermometer for appropriate temperature.
Do’s: Inspect the inside of your shoes daily for foreign objects and/or rough areas.
Do’s: Use moisturizing cream daily following bathing to prevent dryness of feet.
Do’s: Have shoes measured and fitted properly by a certified foot care specialist.
Do’s: See your physician regularly and have your feet examined at each visit.
Don’ts: No smoking.
Don’ts: Avoid soaking feet in hot water.
Don’ts: Never walk on hot surfaces barefoot like sandy beaches and cement around pools.
Don’ts: Avoid using chemical agents or razor blades for removal of corns and/or calluses.
Don’ts: Moisturizing creams and lotions should not be used between toes.
Don’ts: Throng style sandals should not be worn to prevent injury between toes.
Regards,
Debbie
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