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Skin
in the Elderly tends to become thin and lose its elasticity. Feet
are not immune to this process, but painful and uncomfortable
feet aren’t something that you need to endure. Looking after
your feet is one of the most important aspects of your personal
health care and a lot can be done to improve comfort, relieve
pain and maintain mobility.
Below are a few tips to keep your feet in good condition and if
you are a Senior Citizen it is absolutely crucial to preserve
healthy feet to maintain your mobility. The Halling Association
recognise that it is not always possible for the Elderly in our
village to obtain help to maintain healthy feet and are investigating
to see if they can assist by arranging for a Foot Hygienist to
call on those who need this treatment, and it is the intention
of The Halling Association to pay for this cost.
To assist this investigation we need to find out the extent of
the help that is required and would ask should you like to utilise
this service could you please contact Catherine Smith or Bill
Swan who will collate your details. Your details will be kept
confidential.
Catherine’s
& Bill’s contact details are as follows:
Catherine
Smith
Medway Council
Development & Transport Community Centre
Compass Centre
Chatham Maritime
Chatham
Kent ME4 4YH
Tel: 01634-331358
E-Mail: catherine.smith@medway.gov.uk
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Bill
Swan
Parish
Clerk
Halling
Parish Council
High
Street
Halling
Rochester
Kent
ME2 1BS
Tel:
01634 241551
E-Mail:
w.swan@btconnect.com |
Simple
Do's and Don'ts to maintain healthy feet
Do’s
- Keep
your feet as warm as possible by trying to
exercise which also improves your circulation.
- Wash
your feet every day in warm soapy water but
thoroughly dry them, especially between the toes.
clippers.
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Wear good fitting footwear – the Elderly need a shoe
which holds their foot in place to give adequate
support. Velcro or Lace up fastenings give more
support than Slip on shoes.
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Remove hard skin gently with a pumice stone (not over
a boney area or joint). If the hard skin is painful,
consult with a chiropodist or podiatrist.
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Obtain prompt treatment for burns, cuts or breaks in
the skin or any unusual changes in colour &/or
temperature.
Don'ts
- Soaking
your feet in water for long periods could
destroy the natural oils, leading to very dry skin.
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Do not wear tight shoes or socks as they can restrict
your circulation or cramp your toes.
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Do not trim down the nails.
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