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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
a 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 course wool as used to be used in older styles
of sock) and for someone with a hot sweaty foot then a man
made fiber (60–70% wool combined with 40-30% man-made
fibre) which works moisture away from the foot 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 you Running
Runners
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 Mouse 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 mouse stops sweaty smelly
feet.
Special Thanks to colin martin at Solutions 4 Feet Ltd for
updated information.
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