It’s Time for a Winter Foot Health Check-In

Winter can be tough on wellness, especially for your feet, ankles, and lower legs. The cold weather can have an impact on skin health and circulation. Holiday treats can lead to weight gain, and cold weather can make it hard to exercise. Falling on snow and ice is a risk. How are you and your family members holding up? Here are some ideas from Middlesex County podiatrists Dr. Jason Grossman and Dr. Paul A. Osemene to keep everyone feeling great until it warms up out there.

Get in the habit of moisturizing your feet daily. It is especially important if you live with diabetes or another illness that can impact circulation. Winter’s dry, cold air can lead to painful heel cracks, allowing infection to enter your body. If you notice your heels hurting or bleeding, see your podiatrist for help. Prescription medications can have a significant impact. 

Recommit to eating and exercising for overall physical and mental health. Are you spending more time at home as the winter wears on? It’s an excellent opportunity to try some new ingredients and recipes! With so many websites dedicated to cooking and easy online ordering, you don’t even have to go to the store.

Cooking isn’t the only way to use the internet to improve health at home. Have you tried any of the exercise and yoga videos available online? Many are even available at no charge. Just because you can’t go out for a walk or run doesn’t mean you can’t get moving.

Are you enjoying winter sports? Hopefully, you’re wearing well-fitting, comfortable footwear to protect foot and ankle health. Many seasonal foot and ankle injuries occur due to a fall outside. If that happens, be sure to see your podiatrist promptly for examination, diagnosis, and treatment. With years of education and experience, your foot doctor is a medical specialist and the best-qualified professional to care for this part of your body.

Be proactive about foot and ankle health this winter. Call the friendly Advanced Feet and Ankle Care staff at (732) 679-4330 or click here to schedule a visit with Jason Grossman, DPM, and Paul A. Osemene, DPM, in our modern, comfortable offices in Old Bridge and Sayreville today.