Foot Care Essentials for Healthy Feet

Foot care involves practices to maintain the health and hygiene of the feet, including regular cleaning and appropriate footwear.
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Podiatry | Foot Health | Hygiene Practices | Foot Hygiene
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Jane Cox

Foot Care FAQ

What is routine foot care?

While the term "routine foot care" might sound simplistic, it encapsulates a holistic approach to ensuring our feet remain in optimal condition. This is not merely about aesthetics; routine foot care is an all-encompassing regimen that champions both the health and hygiene of our feet. 1. Washing Your Feet:

Why is it important to take good care of your feet?

It is very important to take good care of your feet, because having diabetes puts you at risk of foot problems. You should get information on diabetes and foot care when diabetes is diagnosed, during foot checks and if you develop any foot problems. The information should include:

Where can I take care of my feet?

If you find it challenging to take care of your feet, you can always make use of the Age UK podiatry service or a normal mobile foot clinic. Search online for ‘foot health practitioner near me’ and see if you can find a foot care clinic that specialises in elderly foot care.

How do I take care of my feet?

In addition, you should be sure to wear cushioned footwear, moisturise your feet daily, and keep your toenails short. If you find it challenging to take care of your feet, you can always make use of the Age UK podiatry service or a normal mobile foot clinic.

Do I need a podiatrist to take care of my feet?

As your feet are at high risk, you will need to take extra care of them. You will need regular treatment by a podiatrist. If you follow the advice and information in this leaflet, it will help you to take care of your feet between visits to your podiatrist. Hopefully it will help to reduce the problems in the future.

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