A few lifestyle habits can make or break your feet.
Foot issues can be particularly debilitating.
As a podiatrist, we literally see the worst of the worst foot cases,Dr.
Ebonie Vincent, a board-certified podiatric foot and ankle specialist in California, told HuffPost.
Naturally there are things we would refrain from doing knowing what we know.
Wearing Crocs Everywhere
In recent years, Crocs have come back into style to many podiatrists chagrin.
Still, a healthy balance is crucial.Were not Barbie, after all.
For the other 20%, they can wear whatever shoe theyd like.
He noted that platform heels can help alleviate stress on the foot and muscles on the leg.
I found this caused more foot and ankle issues because people stopped wearing shoes as often.
If you consistently dont provide support for your feet, you will develop calluses or even fat pad atrophy.
Many people will get a cheap pair of shoes and try running, and that can create pain.
He recommended changing your running shoes every 300-500 miles or every six to eight months.
Also, wear the right shoe for the right activity, Spector added.
Avoid wearing running shoes to play tennis and vice versa.
Warts can multiply and come quite large on the foot and are sometimes difficult to remove.
Stick to the synthetic materials, as they wick out sweat and moisture.
Fungal infections will cause your nails to become severely thickened and discolored with time.
Ensure youre going to salons that follow hygiene and cleanliness standards you might trust.
Trepal similarly advised against self-treating ingrown toenails due to the risk of infection and other complications.
I also wouldnt ignore foot pain because it could be a sign of something more serious, he added.
The support function of the shoe is lost or greatly reduced in an unlaced or under-laced shoe.
This is because diabetes can damage the nerves in your feet.
About 1 in 5 people with diabetes who go to the hospital do so for foot problems.
She recommended inspecting your feet daily and wearing supportive shoes that fit properly to prevent complications.
This article originally appeared onHuffPost.
