Protect Your Feet From the Heat

Warm weather brings on the advent of open shoes and barefoot walking . Nothing nurtures the "sole" like barefoot walking on a sunny ocean beach with the waves lapping at your toes. Take a few precautions in order to enjoy the short New Hampshire summer and avoid infection and injury. Some important tips to remember:

(1) Limit barefoot walking on asphalt and concrete surfaces to avoid burns to the bottoms of your feet. This can also be helpful in avoiding plantar wart virus and athletes foot fungus in more communal areas.

(2) Flip Flops provide great protection in hotel showers and are a good alternative to barefoot during short walks to avoid stone bruises and punctures from shells and broken glass.

(3) Don't forget to apply sunscreen to your especially the tops-feet are just as susceptible to to sunburn as the rest of your body.

(4) Avoid extensive walking especially on trails without the proper shoe gear.

(5) Individuals with diabetes should be especially cautious regarding protection of their feet and ankles and seek treatment for any skin breaks or burns