Common Foot Issues & Foot Treatment

Common Foot Issues & Foot Treatment

Common Foot Issues & Foot Treatment

Athlete’s Foot

Athlete’s foot is one of the most common foot related issues that people may suffer from. The foot treatment for this particular issue is rather simple. You just keep his feet dry and clean at all times, as well as use a separate towel to dry them. These days most of the drug stores out there stock a wide variety of antifungal treatments such as sprays, lotions, and powders to name a few. In case the fungus spreads or gets worse after treatment it would be better to visit the doctor. In these cases the physicians can prescribe proper antifungal oral medicine.

Bunions

There are several ways in which bunions may be treated. If one follows conservative measures it would only lead to an improvement of the symptoms. It is very important that the patients wear shoes that fit properly and do not have high heels at all. Bunion pads are also available at shoe stores nowadays. This would make sure that the bunion stays protected when extra pressure is exerted on the area. Inflammation can also be reduced by applying ice packs for periods of 10 minutes each.

Patients would also do well to visit their local podiatrist who specializes in the treatment of conditions related to feet. They may ask the patient to go for customized inserts in the shoes or splints that may straighten the big toe. However, if the patient’s condition does not get better in spite of treatment then surgery may be the only option.

Diabetic neuropathy

The best way to treat diabetic neuropathy is to keep one’s blood sugar under control and have good health overall. It is true that doctors would not be able to prescribe any medicine that would reverse the nerve damage caused by this disease. However, they would be able to prescribe medicines that could make sure that it does not get any worse. If people have diabetes they should get their feet checked on a regular basis. They should also try and get professionals to trim their toenails. If they see any wound they should get medical help as soon as possible.

Ingrown toenails

There are many ways in which this condition could be prevented. People should wash their feet using soaps that have antibacterial properties – they should keep their feet dry and clean as much as possible. It is always better to cut the toenails right after one has taken a bath, as the toenails remain soft at this time. It is better to not cut the toenails in a rounded pattern.

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