Summer is the time of year when our feet can be free from restricting shoes and socks that we may wear other times. But it is also the time of year when we need to be most careful about our feet. Here are some problems that occur in the summertime:1. Footwear: If you're like most people in the summer, you forget all about supporting your feet. Cute sandals and flip-flops may be all the rage, but they do nothing to support your hard-working feet. While on vacation, or through increased activity, you are doing a lot of walking and the beforementioned shoes will not help you. Make sure to wear supportive footwear, especially when planning something that involves prolonged walking.
2. Sunburn: Your feet can get sunburned too! As blogged in the past, feet can be burnt while walking on hot sand or concrete and sunburns on this part of your body can be just as painful as any other part. Never go barefoot and always wear sunscreen.
3. Heel Pain: You will feel it in September and October after wearing unsupportive shoes for the whole summer. These months are our busiest for Heel Pain and it is exactly because people wear flimsy shoes.
4. Fungus and Warts: Walking barefoot in any public area, like a pool, showers, airport security, leave you vulnerable to fungus. Shoes are essential in these areas. Remember that warts thrive in areas that are moist, dark, and warm and enter your skin through cuts.
Dr. Tina A. Boucher, DPM
Central Connecticut Foot Care, LLC
Meriden CT Podiatrist
http://www.centralctfootcare.com/
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