Foot Care questions and answers
Archive Q and A from the Yourfootcare.com Forum
Q: I have diabetes and the pains in my feet make it feel like walking on rocks. I would like something to put in my slippers, my feet swell alot. What would be the best thing to use ?
A: For super comfort for your slippers you could try either Diabetic spec insoles or alternatively the Comfort System Plus socks which have a comfortable cushioning base.(socks: depends how much your feet swell, you may need the next size up) Both will help considerably with your comfort.
Insoles: http://www.yourfootcare.com/html/insoles_orthotics.html
Socks: http://www.yourfootcare.com/html/socks.html
Q: Is it better to wear verruca socks or some form of sandal at the swimming baths, My kids are desperate to get back to the pool !
A: .I think both have their place.The socks are ideal for kids to wander around the pool side without losing flip flops or sandals. Flip flops are useful too if its OK to leave them at the side of a pool without anyone tripping on them ! I like the verruca socks for their simplicity and ease of use for the kids.
Find verruca socks here: http://yourfootcare.com/html/verrucas_and_warts.html
Q: What is the best for dry skin on feet, creams or filing it off?
A: Callusan Mousse-no greasy feeling ! http://www.yourfootcare.com/html/skin_care.html
Q: I have read a bit about nail fungus on the web. It's seems to be hard to get rid of. Is there a an easy way to help this or prevent it ? My feet can be in water a lot (I work in the fishing industry)
A: It can be difficult to eradicate nail fungal infections. Often treatments are long and folk get tired of waiting for results. Results show as the nail grows out and this of course takes several months to happen. I would suggest Gehwol nail solution (Clotrimazole) to paint the nails to help prevent fungal nail infections in your case as a preventative. Mykored nail tincture to treat. See http://www.yourfootcare.com/html/athletes_foot.html PS See your Podiatrist for a complete evaluation.