5 Precautions To Take To Prevent Foot Corns

By Chitra Shah
03 Sep 2024, 15:50 IST

Foot corn can be painful and annoying. Today, we bring you some simple, precautionary tips to prevent foot corn. Tap to learn!

FOOT HYGIENE

Follow a proper foot care routine and make sure you keep your feet dry. Sweat and contact with dirty water can increase the risk of fungal infection and foot corn.

Trim Your nails

Make sure to trim your toenails straight across and avoid cutting them too short. It will reduce the risk of foot corn by reducing friction between toenails and shoes.

WEAR COMFORTABLE FOOTWEAR

To prevent foot corn, you should wear comfortable shoes and footwear as tight footwear, can pressurise your foot and can result in foot corn.

Moisturise Your Feet

Dry, rough skin can develop corns. Regularly applying moisturiser to your feet can keep the skin soft , reducing the chances of corns.

INFORMATION CREDITS

These precautionary tips can reduce the risk of foot corn, according to the Healthline.

CONCLUSION

Follow these tips to prevent foot corn. If you are struggling with foot corn, immediately consult a health expert for personalised advice.