Release Date: May 28, 2007
Simple steps to good foot health
With May being Foot Health Awareness Month, it’s a good time to remember simple steps for taking good care of your feet.
- Wash and inspect your feet every day.
- Choose only shoes that feel comfortable.
- Wear shoes that are appropriate for the activity you are performing (e.g. running shoes for running; hiking shoes for hiking). When the shoes don’t fit the activity, problems can develop quickly.
- Buy a quality brand of shoe that feels comfortable.
- Break new shoes in gradually and replace them when they lose their shock absorbing ability (about every 600-800 kilometres).
- Exercise daily to help maintain circulation and muscle tone.
- Avoid crossing your legs – crossing your legs increases the pressure on the nerves and blood vessels.
You only have one pair of feet to last a lifetime. Make sure you take good care of them.
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For more information about taking care of your feet, visit www.albertapodiatry.com
or contact:
Dr. Brad Sonnema
Vice President
Alberta Podiatry Association
(780)482-5565