WHEN TO SEE A PODIATRIST?
How much walking and standing do you do in a day? For most people it is for a significant amount. Walking is as important as eating. Without it we can starve the body of a vital necessity. So if your stomach hurts for a days on end, would you shrug it off and avoid seeing a doctor, unlikely. Studies show that 75 percent of Americans experience foot problems at some time in their lives. But despite the millions of aching feet out there, many of us don’t seek the medical attention needed for relief. Foot pain is never normal, and so if your feet, toes or ankle hurts, you should seek the care of a Podiatrist. The American Podiatric Medical Association believes that neglect and improper care, including ill-fitting shoes, bring on most foot problems.