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Fashion v's foot health care
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In the hectic world of 2005, women are probably on their feet more than ever before. Juggling family, friends and career places stress on numerous parts of the body, especially the parts that carry us through our day. Our feet.

WOMENS SHOES
Fashionable shoes, a modern dilemma

Women need to make more time to pamper themselves, and part of this routine should involve foot care. No woman wants unsightly nails, unkempt pedicures and smelly feet; but these are only the beginnings of more serious foot problems to come.

Fashion dictates that we adorn our feet in shoes that look fantastic, but play havoc with our health. High heels (more than 2 inches tall) do no end of damage to our feet. They contribute to knee and back injuries, shortened calf muscles, aching feet, poor posture and general discomfort.

These problems are often seen as 'temporary', as women have spent years convincing themselves that 'pain is beauty', and let's face it, we all love our heels.

However, a health & safety manual, indicating the risks to your health, does not accompany fashion. Women have never been educated as to the long-term damage that can result from wearing fashion footwear and that is the intention of this article.

Are you guilty of wearing high heels? Then these are some of the conditions you could be subjecting yourself to: Achilles Tendonitis, Bunions, Corns & Calluses, Haglund's Deformity, Hammer toes, Metatarsalgia, and Plantar Fasciitis.

If unwilling to sacrifice the latest fashions, as many of us are, then at least learn to compromise for the sake of your pins. For example if you want to wear heels at the weekend, then wear more appropriate shoes during the week.

Fashion is slowly taking comfort into consideration, and many of the 'ballet pump' and 'low summer sandals' style shoes out at the moment, are ideal for giving your feet a well-earned holiday. Just ensure that the shoes have a rounded toe, and a heel less than 2 inches high.

Remember girls, it's not just the shoe, but what's inside the shoe that counts!

 

Pamper your Feet

If you can't give up fashion shoes all together, ensure that your 'compromise' shoes have a rounded toe, and a heel less than 2 inches high, (if not all your shoes!)

PAMPER YOUR FEET


Here's some other tips to keep those feet in tip top condition:

  • Feet tend to swell, so go shoe shopping in the afternoon to accommodate for the differing in size

  • Try to find an alternative to nylon stockings, which stop your feet from breathing, offer little protection to the delicate skin around the foot, and leave you prone to problems such as Athletes Foot, Ingrown Toenails & Hammertoes
  • Wear cotton / wool socks that provide more cushioning to your feet, whilst allowing air to circulate around the foot

  • Consider investing in a pair of comfort insoles made from materials such as PORON, to reduce pressure on your feet

  • Take regular time for the perfect pedicure

  • If you do experience any problems, pain or sores on your feet, consult a Podiatrist/Chiropodist



The Perfect Pedicure

Soaking

  • Remove all toe nail polish

  • Get a bowl of warm water, containing half a cup of Epsom salts

  • Soak feet in the water for a few minutes

  • Dry feet thoroughly with a clean, dry towel

  • Smooth any rough skin gently with a foot file or pumice stone

  • To get cuticles under control, very gently push them back with a nail file if necessary

  • If you feel that cuticles are a problem visit a footcare specialist to do it for you, otherwise you are putting yourself at risk of ingrown toenails

  • Moisturise your feet with a rich moisturising cream, avoiding in between the toes

  • Put on a pair of cotton socks to leave feet silky smooth and pampered



Cutting Nails

  • It is very important that toenails are cut properly to avoid ingrown toenails

  • Cut the nail to the shape of the toe, usually straight across and file until smooth



Nail Polish

  • Place your foam toe separators in between the toes

  • Ensure nails are bare, clean and dry

  • Apply a clear base coat to prevent staining and leave to dry

  • Apply 1st coat of your chosen colour and leave to dry

  • Apply a final coat of your chosen colour and leave to dry

  • If required, use an application of topcoat to finish off

  • Use a cotton wool bud soaked in nail polish remover to clean up any 'blotches'

  • Leave your toes to dry for as long as possible before putting your shoes on

 





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