Toenail Conditions and Prevention - The Texas Foot Specialists
/Toenail care often take a backseat to fingernail care. This is because fingernails are more visible compared to its toe counterparts. Toenail care is disregarded since hiding imperfections can easily be done by wearing shoes.
Keeping out toenails healthy should never be taken lightly. Simple foot care can go a long way to keeping these looking great and healthy. Visit a podiatrist to learn more about proper toenail care. Dr. Gregory Mangum and Dr. Bruce Miller are Podiatrists who specialize in helping people with foot conditions.
Here are several tips on how to keep your toenails healthy and in a perfect condition.
- Eating healthy and Vitamin supplements
- Keratin is a protein which helps in keeping your nails healthy. This is why you should take proteins to keep your nails healthy and brittle free. Good sources of protein are dairy products, beans, lean meat and eggs.
- Calcium is also essential in maintaining your nail’s health. Calcium found in milk, cheese and yogurt can do the trick.
- Vitamin A supplements and supplemental biotin will also help big time. Biotin helps increase your nail thickness and prevents it from cracking and breaking easily.
Wearing of correct shoes and socks.
Wear your shoes alternately and keep them dry. This helps prevent bacterial and fungal infection. When buying shoes, make sure that it fits correctly without touching or banging on your toenails. This can cramp your toes.
For socks, avoid wearing socks made of polyester or nylon. This prevents sweat from airing out and may cause bad odor to your feet. Instead, choose socks made from natural fibers such as wool. Proper ventilation keeps your toenails healthy.
Toenails and Health Disorders
Unhealthy nails are usually caused by external factors such as infection, improper trimming and pedicure. If you notice unusual signs on your nails this might be a result of an underlying medical condition that you need to check with your doctor.
- Pale nail beds – anemia
- Yellowish nails with a blush on the base – diabetes
- White nails – liver problem
- Sluggish growth, thickening and yellowing of nails – lung disorder
The Texas Foot Specialists located in Sugar Land, Pasadena and Houston, we specialize in helping people with Toenail disorders. To schedule an appointment call Sugar Land (281) 242-4448, Pasadena (281) 991-0600 and Houston (713) 664-6677.