The injuries that your feet can suffer during Easter

He Professional College of Podiatrists of Andalusia (Copoan) has warned that brand new footwear during the days of Easter week It is “one of the main reasons for consultation in podiatry clinics after this important holiday.”

This was stated by the collegiate entity in a statement in which podiatrists warn that the use of new shoes during prolonged walks causes “a significant increase in dermal and nail lesions“.

“Every year we see how, after the first days of Easter, consultations for blisters, chafing or ingrown toenails increase, in many cases derived from having used new footwear without prior adaptation,” said the president of Copoan, Rosario Correa.

From the College of Podiatrists they point out that “the main problem with new footwear is that the shoe has not yet adapted to the shape of the foot nor to the user’s footprint”, which “generates continuous friction that can cause blisters and open wounds, subungual hematomas, ingrown toenails, skin infections and pain that alters the footprint and can lead to overuse or major injuries.”

Additionally, podiatrists warn that “A seemingly minor injury can become complicated if not treated properly.especially in people with previous pathologies or in risk groups such as patients with diabetes.”

Added to this is that, during Holy Week, “the feet are subjected to prolonged efforts for which, in many cases, they are not prepared, which increases the risk of developing other conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tendinitis or muscle overload.

Tips for before and after walks

Likewise, the Professional College of Podiatrists of Andalusia insists “on the importance of not only choosing the right footwear, but also prepare your feet beforehand and take care of them after long walks, with the aim of preventing injuries and promoting recovery”.

Before Holy Week, specialists recommend “preparing your feet in the days before to adapt them to the effort”, with activities such as “carrying out progressive walks the days before to get the foot used to it; moisturize skin daily with specific creams to prevent the appearance of cracks; cut nails straight to prevent ingrown toenails; check for possible hardness or calluses, which can increase pressure and the risk of injury, and use the footwear that will be used previously to adapt it to the foot.”

On the other hand, after “long hours of travel, it is essential promote foot recovery“with exercises like wash them “with warm water and mild soap, avoiding prolonged baths.”

Furthermore, the group of podiatrists recommends dry your feet “well”“especially between the fingers, to prevent infections; apply moisturizing cream, except on the fingers, to keep the skin in good condition”, and “elevate your feet for a few minutes to reduce inflammation.” Also, “perform contrast baths – warm and cold water – in case of swelling”, and “monitor the appearance of blisters or wounds and do not manipulate them.”

Finally, the Professional College of Podiatrists of Andalusia emphasizes that, “in the event of any persistent pain, injury or discomfort, It is essential to go to consultation“, and encourage the population to “not normalize pain when walking.”