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Introduction
Throughout
the average day, the body naturally perspires to regulate
heat in the body. In some individuals, natural perspiration
is excessive in the feet which results in sweaty feet. This
condition is known as Hyperhidrosis and is defined as the
production of perspiration beyond what is necessary to cool
the body. Sweaty feet can result in very smelly feet! This
condition can be very embarrassing for the affected runner.
Change socks
daily or if necessary twice daily, cotton socks absorb perspiration
but are more likely to cause blisters For someone with a clod
clammy foot, wool is the best material (fine grade merino
wool rather than coarse wool which was used in older styles
of sock) and for someone with hot sweaty feet then a man made
fibre (60–70% wool combined with 40-30% man-made fibre)
which keeps moisture away from the foot and works best to
transfer the sweat away from the foot. Avoid Nylon socks!
Wear footwear
that allows air to circulate around the feet. Sandals and
certain types of trainers can be ideal. Salt water foot baths
may be of some benefit.
How
it affects your Running
Runners
that have excessively smelly feet may also have sweaty feet.
This can result in painful blisters.
Treatment of Smelly
or Sweaty Feet
Sweaty feet and
Smelly feet can be an embarrassing condition that causes distress
to your family, your friends (especially after a long run!)
and affects your self confidence. I usually recommend my patients
to purchase Callusan Fresh Mousse which can provide immediate
relief by using a unique 4-way action.
(1) Keeps feet
dry and fresh,
(2) prevents odours,
(3) stops microbial infections (by keeping feet clean) and
(4) revitalizes fatigued skin with nourishing emollients such
as glycerine.
Clinical trials
have reported that this unique foot mousse stops sweaty smelly
feet.
Special Thanks to colin martin at Solutions 4 Feet Ltd for
updated information.
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