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Hi ..you guys I am either in a massive hormonal state or the moon needs to come back ..whatever humor me because hopefully all these tangents will not last much longer ....
I never visit the "health section" of this board intentionally ..the one time I did it was to rant about Yeast and I was told in no uncertian terms "just because you are a nurse...blah blah blah.." and it is true ...I am a nurse and I should not be giving health advice on this board..so I stay the helll away from it and stick with the things I adore that can improve health ...like cooking and attitude and humor....
however ...feet are a bone of content to me ... and people you need to take care of your feet!!! I am astounded at how many people do not give their feet a second thought until a toe is so infected they need to be seen in an urgent care situation ...
Here is an example of how reality about feet hit me..I take great care of mine because they are my livelyhood and I can not be a nurse or cook from a scooter that is for sure ..so my feet get a priority ..I check them all the time and go for a pedicure once in a while ..but then I am short and thin enough to reach them easily now .....so I never gave it a thought...not for me anyway....but my poor husband
a few months ago my husband was soaking in the tub and was talking to him..I looked at his feet and was horrified!!! OMG ...his toenails were all whacked up he had ingrowing nails and they were all cracked .....it completely freaked me out ..
He has a horrible lower back, his feet are numb because of nerve damage and is very tall so he can not reach his feet.... this man for ages had just been lobbing away when they bugged him and never thought to ask for help!!!
it has taken me three months of attentive foot care for him (blech not my favorite thing mind you) ..to get them back to where they should be...
We have diabetics here, we have people with other problems like chronic back issues ect and we have people who have too much weight on them to bend to reach their toes....this is a fact ....
if you do not take care of those little didgets at the end of your legs you could loose them ...or before you lost them be on long and heavy doses of antibiotics to try to save the toes before they have to come off...
This is gross, sad ..but painfully true ..I see it every single day at work ...bad bad foot problems...and most of them related to the inablity of the person to reach or see them at all ..so they sit there literally wilting due to neglect
some health care insurance covers foot care and if it does ask your doctor about a referral ...
pedicures are great but you have to be careful and always have your own tools especially if you have decreased sensation in your feet you could get poked and not know it then end up with a serious infection
this is a great list from the American Diabetes association on foot care
here is the link
http://www.diabetes.org/type-2-diabetes/foot-care.jsp
Please take care of those feet they keep you mobile and are a very important health issue
Foot Care
Inspect your feet every day, and seek care early if you do get a foot injury. Make sure your health care provider checks your feet at least once a year - more often if you have foot problems. Your health care provider should also give you a list and explain the do's and don'ts of foot care. Most people can prevent any serious foot problem by following some simple steps. So let's begin taking care of your feet today.
Prevention
Your health care provider should perform a complete foot exam at least annually - more often if you have foot problems.
Remember to take off your socks and shoes while you wait for your physical examination.
Call or see your health care provider if you have cuts or breaks in the skin, or have an ingrown nail. Also, tell your health care provider if your foot changes color, shape, or just feels different (for example, becomes less sensitive or hurts).
If you have corns or calluses, your health care provider can trim them for you. Your health care provider can also trim your toenails if you cannot do so safely.
Because people with diabetes are more prone to foot problems, a foot care specialist may be on your health care team.
Caring for Your Feet
There are many things you can do to keep your feet healthy.
Take care of your diabetes. (I will add loose weight and take care of your back as well) Work with your health care team to keep your blood glucose in your target range.
Check your feet every day. Look at your bare feet for red spots, cuts, swelling, and blisters. If you cannot see the bottoms of your feet, use a mirror or ask someone for help.
Be more active. Plan your physical activity program with your health team.
Ask your doctor about Medicare coverage for special shoes. (and as I said for foot care referrals)
Wash your feet every day. Dry them carefully, especially between the toes.
Keep your skin soft and smooth. Rub a thin coat of skin lotion over the tops and bottoms of your feet, but not between your toes.
If you can see and reach your toenails, trim them when needed. Trim your toenails straight across and file the edges with an emery board or nail file.
Wear shoes and socks at all times. Never walk barefoot. Wear comfortable shoes that fit well and protect your feet. Check inside your shoes before wearing them. Make sure the lining is smooth and there are no objects inside.
Protect your feet from hot and cold. Wear shoes at the beach or on hot pavement. Don't put your feet into hot water. Test water before putting your feet in it just as you would before bathing a baby. Never use hot water bottles, heating pads, or electric blankets. You can burn your feet without realizing it.
Keep the blood flowing to your feet. Put your feet up when sitting. Wiggle your toes and move your ankles up and down for 5 minutes, two (2) or three (3) times a day. Don't cross your legs for long periods of time. Don't smoke.
Get started now. Begin taking good care of your feet today. Set a time every day to check your feet.
my husband still has great big funny looking feet but they are smooth and healthy now and even though it is not something I love to do ...I do love him
I never visit the "health section" of this board intentionally ..the one time I did it was to rant about Yeast and I was told in no uncertian terms "just because you are a nurse...blah blah blah.." and it is true ...I am a nurse and I should not be giving health advice on this board..so I stay the helll away from it and stick with the things I adore that can improve health ...like cooking and attitude and humor....
however ...feet are a bone of content to me ... and people you need to take care of your feet!!! I am astounded at how many people do not give their feet a second thought until a toe is so infected they need to be seen in an urgent care situation ...
Here is an example of how reality about feet hit me..I take great care of mine because they are my livelyhood and I can not be a nurse or cook from a scooter that is for sure ..so my feet get a priority ..I check them all the time and go for a pedicure once in a while ..but then I am short and thin enough to reach them easily now .....so I never gave it a thought...not for me anyway....but my poor husband
a few months ago my husband was soaking in the tub and was talking to him..I looked at his feet and was horrified!!! OMG ...his toenails were all whacked up he had ingrowing nails and they were all cracked .....it completely freaked me out ..
He has a horrible lower back, his feet are numb because of nerve damage and is very tall so he can not reach his feet.... this man for ages had just been lobbing away when they bugged him and never thought to ask for help!!!
it has taken me three months of attentive foot care for him (blech not my favorite thing mind you) ..to get them back to where they should be...
We have diabetics here, we have people with other problems like chronic back issues ect and we have people who have too much weight on them to bend to reach their toes....this is a fact ....
if you do not take care of those little didgets at the end of your legs you could loose them ...or before you lost them be on long and heavy doses of antibiotics to try to save the toes before they have to come off...
This is gross, sad ..but painfully true ..I see it every single day at work ...bad bad foot problems...and most of them related to the inablity of the person to reach or see them at all ..so they sit there literally wilting due to neglect
some health care insurance covers foot care and if it does ask your doctor about a referral ...
pedicures are great but you have to be careful and always have your own tools especially if you have decreased sensation in your feet you could get poked and not know it then end up with a serious infection
this is a great list from the American Diabetes association on foot care
here is the link
http://www.diabetes.org/type-2-diabetes/foot-care.jsp
Please take care of those feet they keep you mobile and are a very important health issue
Foot Care
Inspect your feet every day, and seek care early if you do get a foot injury. Make sure your health care provider checks your feet at least once a year - more often if you have foot problems. Your health care provider should also give you a list and explain the do's and don'ts of foot care. Most people can prevent any serious foot problem by following some simple steps. So let's begin taking care of your feet today.
Prevention
Your health care provider should perform a complete foot exam at least annually - more often if you have foot problems.
Remember to take off your socks and shoes while you wait for your physical examination.
Call or see your health care provider if you have cuts or breaks in the skin, or have an ingrown nail. Also, tell your health care provider if your foot changes color, shape, or just feels different (for example, becomes less sensitive or hurts).
If you have corns or calluses, your health care provider can trim them for you. Your health care provider can also trim your toenails if you cannot do so safely.
Because people with diabetes are more prone to foot problems, a foot care specialist may be on your health care team.
Caring for Your Feet
There are many things you can do to keep your feet healthy.
Take care of your diabetes. (I will add loose weight and take care of your back as well) Work with your health care team to keep your blood glucose in your target range.
Check your feet every day. Look at your bare feet for red spots, cuts, swelling, and blisters. If you cannot see the bottoms of your feet, use a mirror or ask someone for help.
Be more active. Plan your physical activity program with your health team.
Ask your doctor about Medicare coverage for special shoes. (and as I said for foot care referrals)
Wash your feet every day. Dry them carefully, especially between the toes.
Keep your skin soft and smooth. Rub a thin coat of skin lotion over the tops and bottoms of your feet, but not between your toes.
If you can see and reach your toenails, trim them when needed. Trim your toenails straight across and file the edges with an emery board or nail file.
Wear shoes and socks at all times. Never walk barefoot. Wear comfortable shoes that fit well and protect your feet. Check inside your shoes before wearing them. Make sure the lining is smooth and there are no objects inside.
Protect your feet from hot and cold. Wear shoes at the beach or on hot pavement. Don't put your feet into hot water. Test water before putting your feet in it just as you would before bathing a baby. Never use hot water bottles, heating pads, or electric blankets. You can burn your feet without realizing it.
Keep the blood flowing to your feet. Put your feet up when sitting. Wiggle your toes and move your ankles up and down for 5 minutes, two (2) or three (3) times a day. Don't cross your legs for long periods of time. Don't smoke.
Get started now. Begin taking good care of your feet today. Set a time every day to check your feet.
my husband still has great big funny looking feet but they are smooth and healthy now and even though it is not something I love to do ...I do love him
it is horrible ...he says he feels like bees are constantly stinging his feet ...
Thank goodness for insurance - we paid $90 (which I freaked out about at first until I saw the actual cost. But don't get me started on drug costs. Anyhoo, we go back today ( 2 weeks in between last visit) and hopefully he gets the ok to go back to work(it's been a month). He still limps and still has pain. 
s176/c169/g140 F/36/5'6" began Mon.Dec.10, 2007
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