It’s the summer and many people are spending time at the beach, in the sea, or at the pool, but engaging in these activities can also be a foot health hazard. It is common to go to the pool or the beach and submerge the feet in the water for hours at a time. Keeping the feet wet for long periods of time can be uncomfortable and can lead to a number of issues such as injury from falls on slippery floors, athlete’s foot, wrinkly toes, cramps, sores and blisters and more. However, most water-time wet foot problems can be avoided with a little planning.

Sores and blisters: Wetness can increase the friction between the foot, socks or any beach or pool footwear which are normally worn without socks. If not taken care of, this can lead to sores and blisters on your feet.

Athlete’s foot: Swimming pool areas are a fungus and bacteria haven. Constantly wet and warm surfaces allow the tiny microbes to grow, both around the pool and in the locker room and shower areas. Wet skin is not as strong as dry skin and does not provide the best barrier to protect the skin from invading microbes.

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