Seniors Foot Care
Seniors foot care
As we age as a population we tend to have more health problems and
unfortunately feet are not an exception to this. Some of the foot
problems are inherited but most of them a result of trauma and years of
constant use. Fortunately, most of these problems can be treated
allowing you to be active for the rest of your life. Even a simple task
of cutting nails may become a problem due to poor eyesight or difficulty
bending down. If the nails are deformed and thick chiropodist or
podiatrist should be able to treat them for you and advise proper self
care. In most of the cases proper footcare and treatment of any other
foot problems should ensure comfort and mobility for many years.
Prevent foot problems
- Preventative foot care and yearly assessments by a Chiropodist or Podiatrist is a key to decrease the likelihood of potential foot complications.
- Wear recommended footwear.
- Check your feet daily (your foot specialist can show you how).
- Have nails, corns, calluses and other foot problems treated by Chiropodist or Podiatrist.
- Don’t go barefoot, even indoors.
- Don’t over soak your feet or put hot bottles on your feet.
- Socks should be right size and free of seams.
- Don’t have pedicures. If the individual is not a health professional you are running the risk of cuts and possible infection.
People with diabetes and other circulatory problems should always consult health care professional before beginning any treatments.