Words of caution to college students about new foot problems that may arise when you start or return to school….
Protect yourself from foot fungus, plantar warts and foreign bodies in your feet with shower shoes
Stress fractures and muscle and tendon strains in the feet are common problems when wearing flip-flops ….. to move in carrying heavy boxes or furniture up and down stairs
If you play sports remember to slowly work back up to your in season or preseason training program to avoid foot injuries that can be caused by weakness or overuse after taking the summer off. Also remember to replace last year’s shoes!
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