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Did you know that each of your foot has 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 tendons, muscles and ligaments? So there’s no wonder that a lot of things can go wrong, and a problem in your foot can be really hard on you.

Here are a few common problems:

• Plantar warts - warts on the soles of your feet
• Bunions - hard, painful bumps on the big toe joint
• Calluses and corns - thickened skin from friction or pressure
• Fallen arches - also called flat feet

Most of these problems are often caused by ill-fitting shoes. Apart from this, being overweight and aging also increase your chances of having foot problems. The problems with our feet can also be the first sign of more serious medical conditions like:

• Arthritis
• Diabetes
• Nerve disorders
• Circulatory disorders

Foot Care

You must check your feet regularly. Podiatrists and also primary care doctors like internists and family practitioners are qualified to treat most foot problems.

Blood circulation to your feet

It is helpful to keep blood circulating to your feet as much as possible. Here’s what you can do:

• Walk
• Put your feet up when you are sitting or lying down
• Stretch if you have had to sit for a long while
• Get a gentle foot massage done
• Take a warm foot bath

Other Foot Care Tips

• Wear comfortable shoes
• Avoid ill-fitting shoes that put pressure on your feet
• Do not expose your feet to cold temperatures
• Do not sit for long periods of time (especially with your legs crossed)

Get in touch with well qualified Podiatrists at the Foot and Ankle Associates based in Los Gatos, California for all your foot problems. Check their website http://www.sjfeet.com/ for more information or call 408-358-6234

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