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F O O T P R I N T SA N I N F O R M AT I O N A L N E W S L E T T E R F O R PAT I E N T S O F A P M A M E M B E R P O D I AT R I S T S F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 5
W I N T E R E D I T I O N
According to a 2014 Today’s Podiatrist survey by
the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA),
nearly half of all women (49 percent) wear high
heels, even though the majority of heel wearers
(71 percent) complain these shoes hurt their feet.
It’s no wonder that so many women experience pain
from these shoes—blisters and arch and heel pain
are common culprits associated with high heel wear.
Heels can also cause your Achilles tendon to shrink,
putting you at greater risk of an injury when doing
any activities while wearing flats, including exercise.
Luckily, APMA has some solutions to common
problems associated with wearing high heels.
problem: Burning sensation on the balls
and toes of the feet
solution: Alleviate the burning sensation
by adding a cushion insert, like the Insolia®
High Heel Insert. This product is specifically
designed to reduce pressure on the balls
of your feet. It also helps improve body
alignment, balance, and ankle stability.
problem: Minimal arch support, which can
cause foot fatigue
solution: Promote arch support by adding
a shoe insert especially designed for high
heels. Try Foot Petals Amazing Arches
Cushions. These inserts promote arch
support and help distribute weight evenly.
problem: Painful blisters and abrasions
on the outsides and heels of the feet
solution: Prevent the cause of blisters
and abrasions by inserting a foot adhesive
in those trouble spots. Adding an adhesive
helps minimize the damage caused by
friction. Try the PU-Gel Self Adhesive
Heel Grip if your heels are the trouble area.
Find these products and many
more with the APMA Seal of
Acceptance or Seal of Approval
at www.apma.org/seal.
VALENTINE’S DAY IS A GREAT EXCUSE TO GET DRESSED UP AND GO OUT
FOR A NICE DINNER OR DRINKS WITH THOSE YOU CARE ABOUT. WHETHER
CELEBRATING THE HOLIDAY WITH A SIGNIFICANT OTHER OR A GROUP OF
GIRLFRIENDS, MANY WOMEN MAY OPT TO WEAR HIGH HEELS ON THE 14TH.
SHOW YOUR FEET SOME LOVE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
M E M B E R
D O C T O R S O F P O D I AT R I C M E D I C I N E A R E P O D I AT R I C P H Y S I C I A N S A N D S U R G E O N S , A L S O K N O W N A S P O D I AT R I S T S , Q U A L I F I E D B Y T H E I R E D U C AT I O N ,
T R A I N I N G , A N D E X P E R I E N C E T O D I A G N O S E A N D T R E AT C O N D I T I O N S A F F E C T I N G T H E F O O T, A N K L E , A N D R E L AT E D S T R U C T U R E S O F T H E L E G .
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THIS PATIENT INFOR M ATION
NEWSL E T T ER IS SUPPORT ED
BY AN EDUC ATIONAL GR ANT
FROM SPENCO, INC.
HEAD OVER HEELS
APMA REMINDS ALL HIGH HEEL WE ARERS
TO TRE AT HIGH HEELS LIKE DESSERT —WE AR
THESE SHOES SPARINGLY! IF AND WHEN YOU
DO CHOOSE TO WE AR HIGH HEELS, KEEP THESE
PODIATRIST-APPROVED TIPS IN MIND:
1 Wear shoes with a heel height of two inches or less
2 Look for a shoe with a generous toe box area
3 Try to find a shoe with a slight heel or wedge to encourage your arch to lift
4 Inspect for cushioning at the front
A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
LOOKING FOR A WAY TO PAMPER YOUR
SIGNIFICANT OTHER? TRY GIVING
A FOOT MASSAGE!
Foot rubs not only feel good, but they’re also a
great way to release tension, boost circulation,
and refresh skin after a long day on your feet.
Take a few minutes to massage feet at the end
of the day. Use an emollient-enriched lotion and
take care of moisturizing at the same time! Be
careful not to leave any excess lotion in between
toes, as it can promote the development of
athlete’s foot or a fungal infection.
WE A RING OPEN-T OED SHOES T O
YOUR SPECIA L NIGH T OU T ? T RY
USING DR .’S R EMEDY® ENRIC HED
N AIL P OLISH T O GIVE YOUR T OEN AIL S
A N E X T R A P OP OF COLOR . T HIS N AIL
P OLISH IS SPECIA LLY FOR MUL AT ED
WIT H NON-T OXIC, NOURISHING
INGR EDIEN T S T O HELP ST R ENGT HEN
YOUR N AIL S. IT A L SO COMES IN A
VA RIE T Y OF FA SHION A BL E COLOR S!
DR .’S R EMEDY® ENRICHED NAIL P OLISH
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