Family Foot Care

Many of the problems we experience with our feet as adults can be related back to what has happened to our feet as children. It is important to monitor the feet as they grow. This will make sure that we are maintaining them in the best health possible and avoiding future problems. Follow simple guidelines to maintain healthy feet and look out for signs of any problems.Often the feet are the first places that tell us that something is not quite right with our overal health. Any concerns - take action. The podiatrists at Healthy Steps are trained to assist you in each stage of the life of your foot.

What to look out for:

• Persistent foot pain that lasts more than 3 days
• Swelling or redness in the feet. Itchy feet. Feet that get very cold or hot.
• Any sign of infection
• Wounds that are not healing
• Loss of feeling in your feet
• Frequent tripping, falling over
• Foot deformity – bunions, hammertoes, arches of the feet dropping

Any concerns contact the podiatrists at Healthy Steps – we are here to help you.