Get the facts on how to support and care for your feet.
Keeping your feet healthy isn’t rock science and yet most people don’t know the first thing about foot health. Besides simply turning to our podiatrists Dr. Michael Frank, Dr. Marc Goldberg and Dr. Adam Lowy when foot and ankle problems arise, the team at Family Foot and Ankle Associates in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel and Maple Lawn, MD is also here to provide you with the information and care you need to keep your feet feeling and functioning at their best.
Keep Skin Hydrated
Moisturizers aren’t just for your face and body, they are also important for your feet. Keeping your feet hydrated is important for preventing dryness, cracking and painful fissures. Winter was pretty brutal this year in Laurel, MD, and we want to prevent an unnecessary trip to see our foot doctors by making sure you lather on the moisturizer daily to protect your feet.
Wear Properly Fitted Shoes
This might seem like an obvious rule; however, you’d be surprised how many people aren’t wearing the right footwear for their feet. Since our feet get larger throughout the day it’s a good idea to purchase shoes in the evening when your feet are at their biggest. You should also have a shoe specialist measure your feet. After all, you may be surprised to discover that your shoe size fluctuates a bit based on brand and manufacturer.
Know How to Trim Your Toenails
Yes, there is a right and a wrong way to trim your toenails. Whether you are prone to ingrown toenails or not, it’s always best to trim nails so they are level with the tips of your toes. Also, trim nails straight across and never cut the edges of the nail at an angle. If your nail still has some rough edges, use a nail file to smooth them away.
Keep an Eye On Your Feet
Even if you don’t deal with health problems such as diabetes that can impact your feet, it’s still important that you are examining your feet regularly to look for any changes or potential problems. Even minor pain and irritation can get worse if not monitored and properly cared for. Examine your feet regularly and call our podiatrists if you notice,
- New or worsening pain
- A visible deformity
- Changes in the overall shape or structure of your feet
- Discolorations or changes in the color or temperature of your feet
- Severe swelling
- Trouble walking or putting weight on the foot
- Numbness or tingling
- Weakness or instability
Family Foot and Ankle Associates of Maryland provides expert podiatrists and comprehensive foot and ankle services to the Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel and Maple Lawn, MD, communities. To schedule an appointment with our foot doctors, call today.
- Olney, MD: (301) 924-5044
- Silver Spring, MD: (301) 439-0300
- Camp Springs/Clinton, MD: (301) 868-7670
- Kensington, MD: (301) 942-8110
- or for our offices in Laurel and Maple Lawn, MD: (301) 317-6800