4 Hiking Tips to Keep Your Feet Safe From Injury
As the weather continues to get warmer, more and more people are starting to enjoy spending time exploring the outdoors by going hiking.
Here are 4 tips to keep your feet safe and injury-free:
Slow and steady keeps you safe. Remember to stretch before you begin and start on an easier trail with flatter ground. Once you’ve walked these ones a few times, then you can start to venture on trails with more incline and decline, and walk for a longer period of time.
Wear proper shoes. Purchase hiking boots to keep your feet and ankles protected from injury. Make sure they have arch support and are comfortable.
Wear cushioned socks. Choose ones that are made of a wool blend with other materials like nylon, polyester, or bamboo. This helps with taking away moisture from your feet.
Watch where you’re walking. While hiking trails are beautiful and there’s a lot to look at, be aware of the ground you’re walking on. Keep an eye out for uneven ground, roots that stick up, and rocks.
Even regular hikers who aren’t mindful can leave a trail with stress fractures (small cracks in bones), plantar fasciitis (heel pain), blackened toenails, and tendonitis (inflamed tendons). At River Podiatry, our team is ready to serve and consult in order to help you safely run at all times. Set up an appointment today to speak with our team of trusted foot health professionals.
