Hooray the sun! Wonderful, that barefoot weather. But then of course they have to look fresh, healthy and beautiful.
Up the paths, down the avenues… Walking is healthy, but not always good. Pedicures estimate that about 70 percent of people over 50 suffer from foot complaints, such as calluses or fungal nails. Many of them do not dare to show their feet to the outside world. And that while most problems can be solved or even prevented with the right care. What are the most common culprits and how do you tackle them? Three steps to beautiful summer feet.
A soft skin
Peach skin on the feet – it is possible, even if you are no longer a baby. Calluses under the foot or on the heel can feel painful and burning. A thick callus layer also reduces the feeling in the foot.
How do you prevent it?
callus caused by excessive pressure and friction. You can prevent this by wearing well-fitting shoes and giving your feet regular rest. what can you do about it? There are special foot files for sale with which you can file the calluses on your feet. Furthermore, make sure that your feet remain well-oiled.
Nice cool heels
You have to twist yourself to see them, but in sandals you expose your heels to the outside world. Fissures and cracks can be very painful. In addition, there is a chance that they will ignite.
How do you prevent them?
Cracks on the heels occur when calluses are very dry, for example because you walk a lot barefoot. The most important advice: keep the skin well oily. See also under ‘calluses’.
what can you do about it?
There are different types of cleft cream on the market. With regular use, the skin regains its natural elasticity and skin cracks and fissures are prevented.
Well-groomed nails
Some swear by pure nature, others paint them bright red. But then the nails should be nice and smooth. A fungal nail is a strongly thickened nail, with a white or yellowish discoloration. Fungal nails can be caused by old age, medication, eczema or athlete’s foot. In the latter case, there is actually a fungal nail, which you fight by tackling athlete’s foot (ask your doctor for advice).
How do you prevent them?
There are over-the-counter remedies that help keep the nails elastic. The most common sources of infection of athlete’s foot are the swimming pool, the sports hall shower and the sauna. Always wear flip flops there. Wash your feet carefully after returning home.
what can you do about it?
In the case of athlete’s foot, it is important to dry your feet well. Wear socks made of absorbent material (cotton or wool) and breathable shoes. Athlete’s foot is combated with antifungal ointment or pills (antimycotic), prescribed by the general practitioner. In addition, all shoes should be treated with an antifungal powder.
Prevention is better than cure
Foot complaints can generally be prevented by taking good care of your feet. That means: good hygiene, appropriate shoes and feet regularly for a soft and supple skin. We find it quite normal to pay attention and money to facial and hand care, but we often skip our feet. And that while they are heavily loaded on a daily basis! Moreover, by treating them well, feet not only feel better, they also look much better. This way you can walk into the summer with confidence.
How do I find the right pedicure?
It is wise to go to a pedicure to go. She can treat you, but also give advice. Choose one of the more than 12,000 chiropodists who are affiliated with the ProVoet branch association. They have a recognized diploma and are regularly trained. On the website www.provoet.nl you will find a recognized chiropodist in your area. Treatment by a pedicure is usually not reimbursed by the health insurer, unless there is a medical cause of the foot problems (for example, diabetes or rheumatism).
Sources):
- Plus Magazine
