☀️Taking care of your feet is always important to help prevent non-healing wounds and ulcers, even more so during the heat of summer! Encourage your patients and residents to follow these tips to keep their feet healthy and "on their toes":
1️⃣ Avoid walking barefoot to prevent cuts, sores, sunburn, athlete’s foot, plantar warts, ringworm and other infections.
2️⃣ Wear flip-flops or water shoes at the beach, lake or pool. Don’t forget to bring an extra pair of shoes in case they get wet!
3️⃣ Dry your feet, including between your toes, after leaving the water. Make sure your shoes are dry, too.
4️⃣ Wear sunscreen on all skin that is exposed to the sun, including your feet. Reapply every two hours.
5️⃣ Keep blood flowing when active in the sun by doing movements like toe wiggles, calf stretches and ankle flexes.
6️⃣Take short breaks from the outdoors in a cool environment. Prop your feet up to help reduce any swelling.
7️⃣Stay hydrated by drinking water throughout the day.
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