2023-09-11 09:14:23
Pregnancy is one of the stages in which our feet suffer the most. The College of Podiatrists of the Valencian Community offers us nine tips to avoid some of the most common conditions.
Pregnancy is one of the times when the feet are most affected.. EFE/Francisco Martín
Pregnancy is one of the times when the feet suffer the most. Cramps, swelling, fasciitis due to weight gain and ingrown toenails are some of the main conditions that specialists highlight.
He Illustrious Official College of Podiatrists of the Valencian Community (ICOPCV) has pointed out that it is essential to follow some recommendations to prevent the feet from being exposed to unnecessary overload or bad habits that can hinder blood circulation,
These tips and recommendations are mainly intended to guarantee the well-being of women during the gestation period.
“Some of the most common problems at this stage of life can make the mother’s quality of life very difficult because they cause problems in developing normal walking,” he says. Pilar Nieto, president of the ICOPCV.
With the aim of improving the quality of life of pregnant women, the specialists of the Official College of Podiatrists of the Valencian Community They offer some recommendations so as not to miss out on foot care.
Experts recommend:
Perform complete leg stretches to avoid cramps. You can dorsiflex the ankles and mobilize the fingers.
Do not spend too many hours sitting.
Do not cross your legs.
Do not wear stockings or socks that compress the legs or ankles
Wear comfortable shoes. It is advisable to use a wide last that respects the size when the foot swells.
Activate circulation with constant baths that generate contrast between cold water and hot water.
Sleeping on the left side: to avoid putting pressure on the vena cava, responsible for blood return to the lower limbs and allowing better blood circulation.
Walk as much as possible to promote circulation
Visit the podiatrist frequently so that you periodically check your feet and cut your nails properly to avoid possible ingrown toenails and ingrown toenails. In addition, the specialist will be able to advise on exercises and any type of specific treatment depending on the symptoms presented in each case. Rest is also essential for our feet during pregnancy. EFE/ AIberto Valdés
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