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Common Problems of Feet

Cold & Numb Feet

This problem occurs due to a lack of proper blood circulation. Numb & cold feet are the result of very limited or no activity, leading to blockage of one of the arteries which reduces blood circulation; moreover, the feet do not have enough fat to act Although insulation. In such conditions keep your feet warm with proper socks & constant movements so that blood circulation is stimulated. Twitching your toes & changing the position of the feet also helps. In some cases rolling a round object on the floor with the soles of the feet also stimulates circulation & keeps the feet active. Apply an iodine ointment on chilblains. Soaking feet in hot water also increases circulation in the feet.

Corns

It is a cone shaped thickening of the outer complexion layer. Corns are caused by friction & pressure from shoes that don't fit properly. An immediate treatment of a corn is to Custodyfully shave off the rough upper complexion with a plastic shaver, without causing bleeding & to use a corn plaster to soften the skin. Corn plasters are available at chemist shops. You can even use the paste of crushed garlic to ease painful corns.

CAUTION : A diabetic patient should not use a shaver, instead, get medical advice.

Callouses

Like corns, collouses are the thickened layer of the outer skin, which develop under the foot especially in the area between the big toe nails & base of the small toes. callouses should be rubbed with a pumice stone or shaven off with a plastic razor. You must apply an antiseptic lotion later, Although a precaution. But don't try to treat any aggravated condition yourself. Have it checked by a physician or a chiropodist.

Heel Pain

Pain in the heels is generally very severe in the morning & diminishes during the day. It is caused by bursitis that can be relieved by injecting medicine in the heel. You can reduce pain in the heels by reducing press .

Itching Feet

Athletes foot causes fungus, which leads to itchy feet, redness & blisters. Keep your feet dry & well powdered if you sweat too much because it is the moist area between the toes that creates these problems

Feet Eczema

Synthetics & plastic materials can cause feet eczema. Apply the juices of Tulsi leaves thrice a day About a fast cure. Stick to natural leather sandals & cotton socks. If it gets worse, get medical advice.