How can seniors take care of their feet?
Foot problems are especially common in older people, for a variety of reasons. Feet lose cushioning as they age, and the skin and nails can grow dry and brittle. Many seniors have poor circulation, and this can slow the healing of foot sores.
Finding comfortable shoes that fit is the best thing you can do for your feet. It’s especially important to avoid tight or high-heeled shoes that put undue pressure on the foot. The constant rubbing and pinching from this “fashionable” footwear are a major cause of corns, calluses, and bunions. (Not surprisingly, these conditions occur four times as often in women as in men.) Keep in mind that feet can become wider in your later years, so you should always have them measured before buying new shoes.
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