Foot Facts aGalt af afalt af ag ~& Put Your Best Feet Forward (NAPSA)—The average person ie can take between 8,000 and 10,000 steps daily, which add up to about 115,000 miles during a lifetime. With all the hard work your feet do, it’s likely that they may develop some problems. Thankfully, the most common of foot problems including blisters, sweating and dry skin can be remedied without a trip to the podiatrist. Dry, Cracked Skin: According to a recent survey among 750 women, 76 percent described their feet as very dry, rough, callused or cracked. Most people attempt to resolve these problems with daily body lotions, but these moisturiz- ers are not designed for skin on feet that can be three to five times thicker than skin on the rest of the body. Amore intensive moisturizer is needed to soften dry feet, such as The skin on your feet is three to five times thicker than the skin on the rest of your body and may require special moisturizers. tion is to wear proper fitting footwear andto use foot emollients. Ingrown Toenails: An ingrown nail is not only unsightly,it can even make walking painful. Many blame inadequate cutting of the nail for this condition, but a dermatologist-recommended Eucerin Plus Intensive Repair Foot Creme, which is clinically proven to restore smooth, healthylooking feet in just two weeks. With a combination of alpha nail that curves too much or excessive pressure from tight shoes is usually to blame. If this happens, seek the advice of a podiatrist who can remove the ingrown toenail safely. Footware that Fits: One of the ers, it quickly helps heal rough skin and cracked heels. Blisters and Calluses: Avoid mon foot problems is to wear proper fitting footwear. To ensure an appropriate fit, have your feet properly. If blisters continue, wear a bandage on vulnerable areas to combatfriction. If you do experience a blister, don’t pop it, as that could lead to infection. Persistent rubbing between shoes and feet can cause calluses. Pads and solvents are available to treat calluses, but the best preven- person who will use a Brannock device to measure toe length, arch length and foot width. Most people have one foot larger than the other. Fit to the largest foot. A little care and attention for your feet will go a long way toward making sure your feet look and feel their best. hydroxy and effective moisturiz- blisters by buying shoes that fit easiest ways to avoid many com- measured by a trained shoe sales-
