Your feet are two of the most hardworking parts of your body and also of the most neglected. Seeing a foot doctor at the first sign of an issue can help you to lead a more comfortable life. Below are a few red flags you shouldn’t ignore if you want to keep your feet healthy. 

3 Times Your Feet Require a Podiatrist

1. Swelling 

While swollen feet and ankles every once in a while shouldn’t cause much concern, take note if this area swells on most days. In these instances, the swelling could be a symptom of other problems, like an injury, infection, or a blood clot. It’s also possible for swollen feet to be an early indicator of heart, liver, or kidney disease. 

2. Numbness

When you first begin to notice foot numbness, it should be reported to a podiatrist or your general doctor immediately. While it could be a temporary condition, loss of sensation in your feet could also be related to diabetes, Lyme disease, multiple sclerosis, and many other nerve disorders. Let your foot doctor know if you’ve also noticed tingling, weakness, or a pins-and-needles feeling in your feet, so they can have a clearer picture of what is causing it.

3. Corns & Calluses

Many times, feet develop these thick, rough areas of skin because of gait or foot structure problems. Visiting a podiatrist can provide treatment for removing corns and calluses and help to resolve the underlying cause of their arrival. If you have diabetes or other conditions that cause poor blood flow to the feet, seek medical care right away as these inflamed parts of skin can cause you greater complications.

Don’t hesitate to contact a foot doctor at the first sign that your feet are experiencing problems. At St. Peters Foot & Ankle: Samuel T. Wood-DPM, LLC, they have over 20 years of experience providing podiatric medicine to those in the St. Charles and Florissant, MO, areas. Each of their specialists continues their training to ensure they offer the most modern care with state-of-the-art methods and equipment. To schedule a private consultation, call them today at (636) 720-0190. Also, visit their website to learn more about their services.