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A blister is a bubble of fluid under the
outer layer of skin. The fluid may be clear
or filled with blood or pus. There are many
possible causes of blisters including a burn,
disease, an allergic reaction, or from your
skin rubbing against something.
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sure your shoes are well fitting |
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Try wearing
2 pairs of socks - this helps prevent the foot
rubbing up against the shoe |
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Use an anti-blister
cream before taking part in vigorous walks or
runs |
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For plantar
blisters, use a cushioning insole or forefoot
cushioning insert |
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Pes planus otherwise termed as flat feet
is a biomechanical problem, where the arch
of the foot appears flattened. This causes
the foot to roll inwards in order to gain
contact with the floor and support the weight
of the body.
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Is treated
with orthotics (special insoles) to provide
biomechanical support |
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If there is little room
in the shoe, try using a valgus pad |
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Ensure you see a doctor/podiatrist
if the condition/pain does not improve |
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Feet contain 250,000 sweat glands that constantly
secrete moisture to keep feet moist, supple
and healthy. However many feet are prone to
excessive sweating, which can lead to irritable
feet.
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Keep feet clean
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Wear breathable cotton
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Try wearing spacious leather shoes |
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Try using a cream or spray
with deodorising properties
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Heel Pain Syndrome is caused by repetitive
pressure placed on the heel of the foot when
walking, which causes soreness of the heel.
Three types of heel pain include Bursitis,
Plantar Fasciitis and General Heel Pain Syndrome.
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The metatarsal region refers to the ball
of the foot. Metatarsalgia is a burning sensation
in the ball of the foot that can be either
mild or severe, and can sometimes be a recurring
problem
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Athlete's foot is a fungal infection that
usually appears between the toes, however
the infection can affect any part of the foot
or toenail.
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Shin splints can cause pain in the front
lower leg due to minor tearing of the anterior
muscle (muscle between mid-foot and knee)
from the shin bone. There are two types of
shin splints: Anterior Shin Splints, located
in the tibia (front portion of shin) and posterior
Shin Splints, located on the medial (inside)
part of the tibia
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The Achilles tendon is a large tendon that
joins with the gastrocnemius and soleus muscle,
and inserts into the calcaneous (heel bone)
at the back of the leg. Achilles tendonitis
is where the tendon becomes inflamed or begins
to degenerate.
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