1. Toenails (Ingrown) – Cut nails following the contour of the tip of the toe. A pedicurist really should not treat ingrown. When you have an ingrown toenail do not self-treat, and seek medical attention immediately to avoid an escalated infection.
2. Toenails (Fungus) – If nails are discolored and thickened a fungal infection may be present. Fungus can spread to other toenails and surrounding skin.
3. Toes – If toes are bent, irritated and painful in shoes then bunions and hammertoes may well be present. Bunions and hammertoes are malpositioned joints, which cause excessive rubbing in shoes and eventually corn and/or callus formation.
4. Ball of foot (Thinning) – The fat pad that protects the foot bones from the ground slowly thins overtime. This may be in particular painful for females who wear heels. Fortunately, this pad can be plumped up with an injectable dermal filler called Sculptra.
5. Ball of foot (Calluses and Corns) – Inspect the bottom of feet for tough, callused areas. There are actually a number of kinds of painful lesions that form on the weight bearing areas. These lesions could be shaved down by a foot doctor, and then offloaded with pads or orthotics. If calluses/corns are caused by fat pad thinning then Sculptra may perhaps be indicated.
6. Ball Of foot (Warts) – If there’s a tiny callus that suddenly appeared it could possibly be a plantar wart. It is essential to treat warts due to the fact they’re contagious and can spread. Like fungus, the longer they are present the harder they are to get rid of.
7. Arches – Know your foot type so you are able to invest in shoes that help, not hurt, your foot. When you have long standing discomfort within the arch region you may want support from an over-the-counter or custom device (orthotic).
8. Heels – Painful heels could possibly be caused by plantar fasciitis. Pain is caused by a biomechanical imbalance and injury to the plantar fascia. Stretching will be the cornerstone of therapy and orthotics are usually suggested for biomechanical control.
9. Ankles – Discomfort inside the back of the ankle is most typically caused by Achilles tendonitis or spurs of the heel bone. Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis are often related and treatment regimens can be similar. Heel spurs, depending on size, can be managed with padding or can be addressed surgically.
10. Skin – Itchy skin could be caused by fungus or by allergic-type reactions. Also search for new freckles or moles that have a suspicious shape and color and get them checked out right away. Bear in mind to continually apply sunblock to the tops of feet.