The average
person takes 8,000 to 10,000 steps per day. Over a lifetime, that
adds up to about 115,000 miles…or four times around the globe.
Your family doctor is your best partner for foot health, but you
can do a lot to practice good foot care every day, including exercising
and wearing appropriate, well-fitting shoes. Take the Healthy Feet
Quiz, or peruse the topics here and take steps to keep your feet
happy and healthy.
Your doctor is best qualified to diagnose specific foot ailments. You can
find general information about common foot problems at the following
web pages:
American Podiatric Medical Association,
www.apma.org/foot.html
AOFAS - American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society, www.footcareMD.com
|