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Wash Your Feet When You Can’t Reach
So, how do you wash your feet when you can’t reach?
Getting older often results in reduced mobility and flexibility. However, it’s not only elderly people who struggle. Pregnancy, surgery, back pain and obesity can also make it hard to wash your feet when you can’t reach.
Why are clean feet important?
Clean feet smell nicer, and good foot care is important as it helps increase circulation. This is important to anyone Diabetic and beneficial for us all.
Checking your feet regularly helps you notice skin damage or ingrowing toenails and helps avoid complications. Many people with diabetes visit a podiatrist or chiropodist to keep their feet in good condition. This used to be organised by the NHS via a GP referral, but funding cuts are seeing these services decline.
Soft-bristle foot cleaners
These soft-bristle mats are a great idea.
They are available in various colours and sizes. You just stick them securely in your shower cubicle or bath like you would a mat. Then apply shower gel to the mat and move your feet around. This creates enough lather to clean your feet and get between your toes. You can also wash your back by sticking the mat to the shower surface, making it doubly useful.
If you have balance issues, it’s sensible to use a shower stool or grab bar to steady yourself.
How to dry your feet.
Now you have a solution to wash your feet, but what about drying them? We know it’s important to dry between toes to prevent soreness and fungal infections like athlete’s foot.
The Toe Towel was designed by a Podiatrist with over 30 years of experience caring for other people’s feet. It has a long-reach handle and comes with a spare towel cover.
Foot Spas
Foot Spas range in price and sophistication and make a thoughtful gift. Even the cheapest ones increase circulation and relax your feet and legs, leaving you feeling refreshed.
It is always safer to fill your foot spa where you want to use it and ensure the water is not too hot. For an elderly person living alone, these are not perfect as they are heavy to lift when full.
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