Every year, right around December, Stavros O. Alexopoulos, DPM, sees a huge spike in patients limping into the office with gnarly blisters, raw heels, and painful rubbed spots. It turns out, the very gear designed to protect you from the elements might be waging war on your skin.
It’s a new year, but we’re dealing with the same winter cold weather that ended 2024. From dry, cracked skin to exacerbated aches and pains, the cold weather can be a burden to our feet and ankles. And today, we at My Chicago Foot Expert are going to tell you why, in addition to providing…
The winter frost not only makes the air chilly, but also plays havoc with our circulatory system, which often leads to poor foot health. But fear not; with a little know-how of specific circulatory issues and smart management, you can keep your feet feeling fabulous all winter long. Raynaud’s Disease Raynaud’s disease, also called Raynaud’s…
During the winter, older adults are more likely to have problems with their feet because of circulation, arthritis, and other diseases that become common as we get older. It’s important to take care of your feet during the winter. This will help you feel more comfortable and mobile and reduce the risk of accidents. During…
When the skin on the feet becomes very dry, heel cracks can happen. This risk increases in winter months, when a lack of humidity in the air can rob skin of moisture. Also known as fissures, heel cracks are not only unattractive; they are painful. Further, these chronic breaks in the skin can provide entry…
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