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What type of doctor specializes in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle conditions?
A podiatrist.
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How many bones are in one adult human foot?
26.
What do you call the way a person walks?
Gait.
The Beach Boys released this 1966 hit. Healthy nerves help your feet sense pressure, temperature, and these.
What is “Good Vibrations”?
Nancy Sinatra sang this 1966 hit about footwear that’s ready to take you places.
What is “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’”?
Why is numbness in your feet important to report to a healthcare professional?
It may indicate nerve problems, reduced sensation or more serious problem.
These five small body parts at the end of each foot should be checked regularly for sores, discoloration, and changes.
What are your toes?
This low-impact activity can improve circulation and help maintain mobility.
What is walking?
The Beatles released this 1964 song about wanting to hold someone’s hand. Walking hand in hand can help some people feel steadier.
What is “I Want to Hold Your Hand”?
Elvis Presley made these shoes famous in a 1956 rock ’n’ roll hit. You should choose footwear that fits well and protects your feet.
What is “Blue Suede Shoes”?
Why should you trim your toenails regularly?
To help prevent problems such as ingrown toenails.
What connects muscles to bones and helps move your foot?
Tendons.
These cushioned structures inside your shoes can provide extra comfort and support.
What are insoles or orthotics?
This 1961 song by the Marvelettes shares its name with what you do to get around on your feet.
What is “Please Mr. Postman”?
Chubby Checker encouraged everyone to do this dance in 1960. Just be careful to avoid twisting your ankle!
What is “The Twist”?
Why are daily foot checks especially important for people with diabetes?
Diabetes can affect sensation, circulation, and healing, making injuries harder to notice.
In the 1940s and '50s, people often visited this shop to have their shoes repaired instead of throwing them away.
What is a cobbler’s shop?
These special snug-fitting socks can help improve blood flow in the legs and reduce swelling for some people.
What are compression socks?
This 1978 hit by the Village People shares its title with a place where you might exercise to strengthen your legs and improve balance.
What is “Y.M.C.A.”?
Johnny Cash sang this 1956 song about staying on a straight path. Good balance helps you stay steady on yours!
What is “I Walk the Line”?
True or false: People with diabetes should check their feet regularly, even if they don't feel pain.
True!
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This wooden or metal tool helped a person slide their foot into a snug shoe without crushing the heel.
What is a shoehorn?
When sitting for a long time, moving your feet up and down at the ankles helps encourage this important process in your legs.
What is circulation?
Released in 1978 by Gloria Gaynor, this disco anthem shares its title with what you want to do after recovering from a foot injury.
What is “I Will Survive”?
Dean Martin sang this 1960 hit. It could describe the feeling of accidentally bumping your toe!
What is “Ain’t That a Kick in the Head”?