People often mistake podiatry as just a glorified term for a pedicure. Nothing could be more wrong. Pedicures are mainly cosmetic treatments with a perhaps a little corn and bunion removal thrown in. Podiatry is a modern medical specialization for the treatment of all problems relating to the feet and ankles. Current research shows that proper podiatric care can have an enormous impact on overall health.
Our feet are designed to last us a lifetime. Sadly, they are also one of the most ignored parts of our bodies. Perhaps that is because they serve a mainly functional purpose and we rarely get a chance to look at them in detail. Our hands are always in front of us and our faces and the rest of our bodies are frequently seen in the mirror. Its only the feet, often covered in tight uncomfortable shoes, that get left out.
Besides the very important fact that it is out feet that bear all our body weight and carry us where ever we walk, there is another reason why podiatry is a very important branch of medicine. Foot problems may be an indication of other problems in various parts of the body and regular podiatric examinations can result in the early detection and cure of the problems.
Christ was a sublime actor on the stage of the world. He knew what he was thinking of when he said, “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.” I draw near to him at such a time. Yet he taught mankind but imperfectly how to live; his thoughts were all directed toward another world. There is another kind of success than his. Even here we have a sort of living to get, and must buffet it somewhat longer. There are various tough problems yet to solve, and we must shift to live, betwixt spirit and matter, such a human life as we can.
—Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862)
People with chronic health problems like diabetes or obesity are prone to foot problems and unless regular check ups are done at a specialized podiatry clinic, the problems can escalate to an extent where a person's mobility will be affected.
Don't ignore foot problems. Thinking that aching feet or other foot discomfort is a part of life is a big mistake that can cost you dearly.
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