Happy Holidays for Hardworking Feet

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Christmas is coming! Amid twinkling lights, familiar carols, and the aroma of freshly baked treats, it's easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit. However, it's essential to pay attention to our well-being as merriment marches on, and that includes podiatric health!

That’s why the team at Affiliated Foot & Ankle Center, LLP, has collected a few holiday-appropriate tidbits to share with you, and we hope you’ll use them to treat your feet for all they do.

Take the Pressure Off

  • While shopping for the perfect presents, people often find themselves on their feet for extended periods. Prolonged walking or standing can lead to foot fatigue and swelling and even exacerbate pre-existing conditions like plantar fasciitis or bunions.

  • To combat this, wearing comfortable, supportive footwear and taking regular breaks to rest the feet is crucial. Take the pressure off, literally and figuratively, by investing in custom orthotics.

Winter Woes to Watch For

  • Cold temperatures can cause blood vessels to constrict, leading to poor circulation and complicating your heart health, which in turn reduces blood flow to your lower extremities.

  • The problems above can exacerbate painful podiatric conditions, such as Raynaud's disease.

  • Walking on icy surfaces can increase the risk of slips and falls, potentially resulting in ankle sprains or fractures.

Eat Right on Christmas Night

  • Indulgent feasts are synonymous with Christmas, but excessive consumption of sugary treats and rich foods can contribute to weight gain.

  • This, in turn, can create problems for people who suffer from poor circulation, like diabetics.

  • Obesity contributes to grinchy problems like gout. Balancing holiday treats with nutritious options and maintaining an active lifestyle helps manage weight, reducing the strain on the feet.

Now that you’ve stuffed your stocking with foot health tips, you might be wondering what to do about any problems you’ve encountered. Let us help! Call (732) 905-1110 to make an appointment at our Howell or Jackson offices, or make an appointment online instead. Dr. Samantha Boyd, Dr. Brandon Macy, Dr. Hal Ornstein, Dr. Dan Phan, and Dr. Joseph Saka have all the knowledge and expertise required to ensure a happy, healthy holiday for your feet.