WHAT SECRETS ARE YOUR FEET REVEALING?

From a young age, and even into our adulthood, we learn it is important to regularly visit doctors for checkups. What we don’t learn is how much our feet could be revealing about our health. How many times has your doctor said, "Can you take off your socks so I can examine your feet and ankles?".

While you may not be going to a podiatrist for regular checkups, if general health practitioners started checking feet during regular routine checkups, it’s likely that many underlined health issues would be noticed before they become more serious health issues.

Let’s discuss a few health secrets your feet could be revealing about your health.

Blood Flow – Have you experienced hairless feet and toes? If so, your body could be letting you know that you have blood flow issues to your feet. Another way to know if you have blood flow issues is by having constant foot cramps. Foot cramps not only indicate blood flow issues but also of possible nutritional deficiencies. If this sounds like you, please contact a foot doctor for a checkup!

Numbness or Excessively Swollen Feet – If you’ve ever experienced numbness in your feet and ankles, your body could be notifying you that you have a pinched nerve. Ever have a swollen toe? Swollen toes may indicate gout or arthritis.

Cold Feet – The constant need to cover your feet and toes because they’re cold could be a sign that you have hypothyroidism. Hypothyroid is not something to take lightly and you should schedule a checkup with a foot specialist if this sounds like a symptom you may have. A podiatrist could help you rule out or further investigate this condition.

At River Podiatry we provide individualized and comprehensive treatment of patients with podiatric issues. The practice specializes in foot surgery and the treatment of various foot pain. Expect the best possible care utilizing the most modern techniques when you visit River Podiatry and see Dr. Han.