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Posts for tag: Flip-Flops
With things heating up in Jacksonville, FL, from wildfires to the summer heat, many of us will be sliding into our favorite flip-flops and showing off our toes. The American Podiatric Medical Association has released a set of Do’s and Don’ts for pedicures. Dr. Vimal Reddy has found that the common theme in all of these tips is to watch out for infectious germs, from bacteria or fungi. Here are the highlights Dr. Reddy at the First Coast Foot & Ankle Clinic picked out:
1. Trim your toenails straight across, not tapered: Nails want to grow straight out. If your toenails are rounded, they can start to grow sideways into your skin, which hurts! This is also an open invitation for a bacterial infection and the pain level will only increase from there.
2. Use clean tools: If the salon is not properly sterilizing their tools, bring your own. Also, never share emery boards, because they are porous and can trap germs. Finally, don’t use the same tools for a manicure as for a pedicure, because that can transfer germs from your feet to your hands….Yuck!
3. Not too dry, not too wet: Moisturizing creams will help dry feet. Just be careful not to keep your feet confined in a damp environment (especially between the toes!) since this creates an ideal breeding ground for fungi.
4. Thick discolored nails?: You might have a fungus. If this sounds like you, check in with Dr. Reddy to come up with a treatment regimen to eradicate the unwelcome guest living in your toenail!
With summer on our heels in Jacksonville, FL, many will be slipping into a pair of their favorite flip-flops. Flip-flops are perfect at the pool or beach. However, if you plan on going for a long walk or know you’ll be standing for several hours, you will need a shoe with a thicker sole for more support.
Problems that arise from wearing flip-flops at the wrong time:
- Tendonitis: Irritation of your Achilles tendon, due to poor arch support
- Heel Fissures: Cracking of the skin on the heels due to the additional friction on your heels
- Toe stub injuries and fractures: due to lack of protection.
Of course, flip-flops aren’t all bad. Some instances when flip-flops are beneficial:
- If you sweat excessively: Open-toed shoes will ensure your feet stay dry, particularly between the toes. This is important for preventing fungal infection and maintaining skin strength.
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Public Showers: Always wear flip-flops when using a public shower like you would find at pool or gym lock
er room. - If the back of your heel is sore, flip-flops can reduce irritation to the area.
- They’re fun and stylish!
If you are planning on wearing flip-flops, make sure you get a pair with a thick, rigid sole. This will strengthen your foot’s ability to absorb shock. Also, while you’re wearing them, make sure you take it easy on your feet to minimize injury. If you have questions on where to find a more rigid, yet stylish sandal, you can inquire at the First Coast Foot and Ankle Clinic.