There are various reasons why our feet sweat.
There are roughly 250,000 sweat glands on a pair of feet, which produce as much as half a pint of moisture each day.
How to Prevent Sweaty Feet (DelrayBeachPodiatry.com)
Most people sweat when it’s hot out, or when they become warm. There are others, however, who sweat excessively almost all the time.
No one knows exactly why it occurs, but genetics is said to play a role, as individuals with sweaty feet commonly share their affliction with their families.
Additionally, some experts believe that conditions that cause people to sweat excessively regardless of their surroundings, such as hyperhidrosis, may have something to do with the sympathetic nervous system, but it is still unknown whether this is due to over-activity of the system or the sweat glands themselves.
Aside from genetics, excessive sweating is most commonly brought on by emotional stress or physical exertion.
Your feet may also be sweating due to the type of footwear you use. The biggest offenders are certain types of shoes and shoes that are made of plastic or some type of synthetic fabric lining. Nylon and 100% cotton socks act like a sponge and lock moisture in, which in turn keeps your feet wet at all times.
If your feet sweat excessively and are not treated properly, it is more than likely that itchiness, redness and foul odor will follow.
Luckily, Dr. Ian S. Goldbaum of Delray Beach Podiatry is here to help!
Dr. Goldbaum, a podiatric physician and surgeon with over 30 years of experience, has treated numerous patients suffering from overly sweaty feet, and has come up with these preventative measures for his patients.
Dr. Goldbaum’s Sweaty Feet Prevention Tips
If you don’t want to have sweaty feet, there are several things you can do to prevent the problem, including:
- Wear roomy shoes that allow your feet to breathe
- Dry your feet thoroughly after bathing or swimming
- Use foot powders on your feet and in your shoes if you believe you are at risk
- Wash your feet daily in the shower, don’t just get them wet!
- Clean the inside of your shoes regularly
- Wear clean socks every day
- Don’t wear the same shoes two days in a row
- Wear synthetic socks instead of nylon, or 100% cotton.
Treatment
If your feet sweat excessively, see a podiatrist. According to the US National Library of Medicine,less than 40 percent of people with excessive sweating seek medical care.
A podiatrist like Dr. Goldbaum will be able to help you decide which treatment options are best for you. In most cases, a simple change in footwear or a improvement in your hygiene habits will likely be recommended.
For more severe cases, topical medications can also be used.
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