FOOT HEALTH DO'S

• Inspect your feet daily for blisters, cuts and scratches.  Always check between your toes.
• Wear shoes that are designed to protect your feet from injury.
• Wash your feet daily.  Dry carefully.
• Avoid extreme temperatures.  Test water with your hands or elbow before bathing.
• If your feet are cold at night, wear socks.
• Inspect the insides of your shoes and socks daily for foreign objects and rough areas.
• Shoes should be comfortable at the time of purchase.

FOOT HEALTH DONT'S

• Don't smoke
• Don't soak your feet in hot water
• Don't walk on hot surfaces such as sandy beaches or on the cement around swimming pools.
• Don't walk barefooted.
• Don't use chemical agents for the removal of corns and calluses.
• Don't wear mended stockings and avoid stockings or socks with exposed seams.
• Don't use oil or cream between your toes.
• Don't wear sandals with thongs between your toes.
• Don't cut corns or calluses, see your foot care specialist.
• Don't wear shoes with pointed toe areas.