Aged Foot Care Podiatry

Australia has an aging population which means that it has never been more important to focus on aged foot care of our seniors.

You may have heard that foot pain is normal for seniors but the truth is that any pain is not normal. Pain usually indicates an underlying condition. Good news is that this can be managed with regular podiatry maintenance, treatment and a bit of self-care you can easily do at home.

At Manly Cove Podiatry, we focus on providing quality podiatric services to the Northern Beaches community. A healthy active lifestyle should be available to seniors which is why we are passionate about your foot health.

Why Aged Foot Care Matters

Your feet reflect your health. Common foot and lower limb problems don’t simply just go away. Infections from improper care or neglect from long-term symptoms can lead to more serious illness.

There are 3 common physiological changes that happen with age and they are:

Nails

If you have difficulty reaching your feet or have difficulty with your eyesight then you are not alone. Trimming toenails can be a tricky task.

Since your nails become more brittle, thicker and harder, it becomes difficult to cut using a standard nail cutter you have at home. Ingrown toenails and fungal infections happen when the incorrect technique or improper care is applied.

Skin

Your skin loses elasticity making it thinner, dryer and more fragile because your body’s production of oil glands decrease with age. Having dry skin makes it easier for bacteria to enter which is why moisturising the legs and feet is so important.

All of these changes in your skin can make you more prone to pressure and friction which is why you are susceptible to painful corns and calluses.

Bones & Joints

The natural degradation of your bones and joints come with age. Joint changes and bone deformities such as bunions or arthritis make it hard to find shoes that fit. Such changes also increase your risk of falling.