These mistakes cause calluses!
While keeping up with the pace of daily life, many people forget about foot care. The biggest problem of neglected feet is calluses. On the feet with calluses, pain and soreness may be felt over time. So, what causes a standing callus? How to prevent calluses on feet? Here, we’ve looked into the errors that cause calluses for Posta.com.tr readers.
Calluses are small areas of skin that form on the toes as a result of excessive pressure or friction from shoes or socks. There are two types, hard and soft, and can cause pain and discomfort. So, what causes a standing callus?
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There are multiple causes of calluses, but the most common is shoes that don’t fit the foot. Shoes that are too big may slip and rub against your feet (a cause of wear) and other shoes can put excessive pressure on different parts of the foot (for example, heels that pinch the toes).
Abnormal gait patterns, standing for long periods of time, or repetitive activities in which you use your feet (such as in sports) can also cause calluses due to the pressure exerted on the feet.
Calluses are more common in the elderly because the skin thickens with age, thus reducing the desire on the soles of your feet and increasing the likelihood of calluses. Calluses are also common on bony feet due to the lack of natural support.
Depending on the situation, calluses may be a symptom of another foot problem. For example, it may present as a symptom of a bunion (a deformity that causes the big toe to bend towards the index finger), or hammertoe (a common deformity of the little toes where the middle of the finger is raised).
HOW CAN I PREVENT CAUS?
Calluses can be prevented by wearing comfortable shoes that fit snugly and do not cause friction or abrasion. Since the feet swell as the day progresses, it is recommended to shop for shoes at noon because this is the time of day when shoes will be most comfortable. You should be able to move your toes comfortably in the shoe and there should be a small gap between the front of the shoe and the longest toe. Heels should be avoided if possible, as they increase the pressure on the forefoot.
Before putting on shoes, it’s important to make sure your feet are completely dry. Wet or slightly damp skin greatly increases wear. Therefore, even with the slightest friction that may occur in your shoes, the problem grows and the pressure is collected in one place. By ensuring your skin is completely dry, you can limit the amount of wear and thus the amount of pressure. Applying a skin moisturizer when dry can help heal rough skin and dissipate excess pressure. It is important to massage the feet until the cream is completely absorbed so that the feet do not remain wet.
You can also use a foot file to remove the hard skin on or around the calluses. Be careful not to hurt your foot if you use this method.
