10 provisions for foot care

10 provisions for foot care

1. Clean your feet:

• Wash your feet thoroughly with mild soap every day.

• Dry your feet with a clean and soft towel, especially in between toes to prevent moisture, which can lead to foot fungus.

2. Check your feet daily for abnormalities:

• It is important to check your feet daily for any abnormalities such as blisters, calluses, corns, cracked skin, sores, pain, swelling, redness, warmth, or discolored nails.

• For hard-to-see areas, you may use a mirror.

3. Apply lotion to your feet daily:

• Applying lotion to your feet daily can help keep your skin moisturized, especially if you have dry skin that may crack and become susceptible to infection.

• When applying lotion, drop a small amount on your hands, rub them together, and then apply it to your feet, avoiding the area between toes to prevent moisture, which can lead to foot fungus.

• If you tend to sweat excessively, make sure to dry your feet thoroughly and apply talcum powder to reduce moisture.

4. Choose appropriate socks to wear:

• Socks or stockings should be worn every time you wear shoes.

• The chosen socks should be made of thick, soft yarn as it helps to improve air circulation and reduce moisture in the feet.

• Socks or stockings should be changed daily and not worn repeatedly to prevent them from becoming a breeding ground for germs.

5. Choose appropriate shoes to wear.

• Shoes should be worn at all times, both indoors and outdoors. Walking barefoot is prohibited.

• Wearing shoes that are too tight or too loose can help reduce pressure on the soles of the feet, especially shoes with shock-absorbing insoles, such as sports shoes.

6. Do not expose your feet to heat or soak them in water:

• Avoid soaking your feet to prevent skin from becoming too soft and vulnerable.

• Be cautious if you have hands and feet that are prone to burns. Excessive hot or warm water immersion and hot compresses on the feet can cause blisters and infection easily.

7. Take care of wounds immediately:

• If you have a wound that is painful, swollen, red, warm, or has pus, you should seek medical attention immediately from the first stage of the wound. Do not attempt to treat it yourself.

• If the wound does not heal properly, avoid walking or putting weight on the affected foot as walking can open the wound and slow down the healing process. Rest or sit on a wheelchair or use a cane for support when exercising with the arms.

8. Proper nail cutting technique:

• Proper nail cutting, along with wearing appropriate footwear, can help reduce the occurrence of ingrown toenails and foot wounds.

• Nails should be cut after bathing, as water helps to soften them and make them easier to cut.

• In case of ingrown nails, fish-eye, or thick calluses, avoid cutting or buying medicine to apply by yourself. Consult a doctor first.

• If you cannot cut your own nails, for example, if you have eye problems and cannot see clearly, ask a relative to help you prevent injury or seek advice from a doctor or nurse.

9. Foot exercise every day

• Regular daily foot exercise will help improve blood circulation in your feet.

• Exercise by walking briskly or jogging for 20-30 minutes a day.

10. Avoid smoking

Prevention measures:

• Take care of your feet according to the 10 provisions.

• Control your blood sugar levels to maintain a healthy range.

• Choose suitable shoes and accessories.

Regularly manage your feet as follows:

1. Flex your toes up and down 10 times.

2. Massage the sole of your foot 10 times.

3. Rotate your foot 10 times.

4. Rotate your heel 10 times.

5. Stretch the tips of your toes outward 10 times.

6. Stretch the tips of your toes inward 10 times.

7. Stretch each toe towards your body 10 times.

8. Stretch both feet, alternating between each side.

9. Rotate each foot.

10. Rest your feet by rolling a ball of paper using your arches.