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Caring For The Feet

Caring For The Feet

Embarrassing situations happen all the time , but there are somethings that we can  definitely prevent ,  for example  not caring for our feet. On a regular basis it is expose to bacteria , dirt  and many other germs , it being the" ride or die" of our daily adventures we ought to do right by our soldiers . In today's blog I will be discussing some important facts about the feet, why its the most neglected part of the human anatomy, feet conditions and some steps in caring for them.

The feet is located at the most distal part of our body , it is  a part of our body that is used excessively and because of this , it is necessary that attention must be payed to this area. The feet is made of  three sections;  the  forefoot , midfoot and hindfoot. the forefoot is made of the five toes( phalanges).  The midfoot is  a pyramid like collection of bones that form the arches of the feet  (Hoffman , 2021). The  hindfoot  forms the feet and ankle. The talus bone supports the leg bones (tibia and fibula), forming the ankle. The calcaneus (heel bone) is the largest bone in the foot ( Hoffman , 2021).
The muscles , ligaments and tendons allow for movement needed for motion and balance.
Below are some common feet conditions that can affect many people.


FEET CONDITIONS

  1. Osteoarthritis
  2. Gout
  3. Athletes
  4.  Rheumatoid  arthritis
  5. Plantar fasciitis
  6. Bunions
  7. Corns
  8. Ingrown toenails
  9. Metatarsalgia
  10. Nail fungal infection
(HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR FEET)
  1. Wash often
  2. Trim toenails
  3. lotion heals to prevent cracked skin
  4. Avoid tight shoes






  REFERENCE

https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/picture-of-the-feet

What are some other tips you would suggest for caring for the feet?

Stay tuned for continuation on the signs /symptoms and treatment of feet conditions.
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Comments

  1. Nkechi RichardsonAugust 23, 2021 at 8:39 AM

    Now have a better idea of how to care for this most neglected part of the body. Thanks for these informative tips, no longer will we have a sense of embarrassment provided this information of how to care for such.

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