- Protect your feet with comfortable shoes that fit well. Before you put on shoes, always check to make sure there are no pebbles or other objects inside.
- Test water temperature before you put your feet in to prevent burns.
- Wash your feet daily with soap and water and dry them thoroughly to help prevent infection.
- After bathing, moisturize dry skin on your feet with lotion, petroleum jelly, lanolin, or oil to prevent skin from cracking, which can lead to infection. Do not put lotion between your toes.
- Ask your doctor to show you how to trim toenails. Soak your feet in lukewarm water to soften nails and trim them straight across to avoid ingrown toenails.
- If you have corns or calluses, have them checked and removed by a podiatrist, a health care professional who specializes in managing foot diseases.
- Exercise regularly and avoid smoking to promote good circulation.
- Do not walk around barefoot.
Source : WebMD Medical Reference
