It's finally here...not the final chapter in the Harry Potter series, but the conclusion of our equally thrilling series on how to heal your feet after an unfortunate encounter with uncomfortable shoes.
It's important to keep the skin on your foot moisturized, as rough areas develop on pressure points and can be painful. Even after a few hours of wearing high heels and cramped shoes, dry patches of skin may occur. The ball of the foot takes the most impact with high heels, and the foot can become quite callused in this area. Thicker calluses may become painful, especially if they are cracked and fissured. The top of the toes may develop corns that can also be painful in a closed toe shoe. The back of the heel is notorious for becoming irritated and one can develop blisters and soars with dry skin. SmartToes Toe Stretchers provide for hammer toe and bunions relief and aid plantar fasciitis treatment.
Moisturizers dedicated to the feet are often best, as the skin of the bottom of the foot is thicker and actually has an additional layer of skin compared to skin elsewhere. Try moisturizers that are made with Jojoba oil, a liquid wax from a seed extract. Jojoba oil has anti-fungal properties and has been studied for anti-inflammatory properties as well. Moisturizing creams should be applied after a foot bath for maximal penetration.
It's also important to allow your feet to 'rest' after wearing high heels. The ball of the foot takes the most pressure from high heels and you could develop tears in the ligaments that support the toes on the bottom of your foot, and/or develop stress fractures. Well-cushioned sneakers work the best and you can wear padded socks for extra cushion. Try the Smartsole Exercise insole for extra comfort and added fitness. If you can't wear sneakers, try to limit the amount of time your foot is exposed to a high heel, and wear flip-flops or sneakers to and from your destination.
Both SmartSole Exercise Insole and SmartToes are now available at Duane Reade.
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