Dry Feet
Many people who suffer from dry feet think there is nothing they can do to treat it. However, that's not true. Even if you are a chronic sufferer of dry feet you have options. Dry-feet.net provides tips and advice for dealing with dry feet. There's something you can do whether you have severely dry feet or the occasional dry foot.
Dry Feet Skin Causes
There are several well known causes of dry feet skin. Several medical conditions contribute to dry feet skin. Eczema and psoriasis are both conditions that can lead to dry cracked feet. Another medical condition is diabetes. Diabetes reduces blood circulation to your feet; with less blood the skin in your feet can become dry and cuts take longer to heal. Diabetes also lower the nerve endings in your feet. This can contribute to dry feet skin because it makes the sufferer less aware of agitations to their feet. Another effect of some diabetes is high blood glucose. This causes the body to lose fluids, which causes all skin to dry out. In general, people who do not drink enough water will have healthier skin by drinking more water. However, if you do already drink enough fluids, then drinking more will not help with dry feet.
There are many other common reasons for having a dry foot:
- Too much hot water - never soak your feet in hot water for too long, use lukewarm water to soak your feet.
- Poor fitting shoes - if your shoes rub and agitate your skin, this can lead to dry, cracked feet.
- Open shoes - wearing open shoes exposes your skin to the air and allows moisture to evaporate from your dry feet.
- Walking abnormalities - if you walk off balance, certain parts of your feet will experience extra pressure. Visiting a podiatrist can help with this problem and also help with dry feet!
- Age - as people get older, their skin tends to get drier. This also applies to dry feet.