Foot Care Tips for Thanksgiving Travel: How to Keep Your Feet Comfortable on the Go
Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, football, and travel, but long hours spent on your feet or in cramped conditions can leave them feeling sore and tired. Whether you’re flying, driving, or walking, foot care should be a priority to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable holiday. Read on as Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists provides essential foot care tips for Thanksgiving travel:
1. Wear Supportive Shoes
- Choose shoes that provide ample support, cushioning, and a proper fit.
- Choose shoes with arch support, especially if you’re going to be walking long distances at the airport or carrying heavy luggage.
2. Stay Hydrated and Avoid Swelling
- Long trips can cause your feet and ankles to swell, especially if you’re flying or sitting for extended periods.
- Drink plenty of water throughout your journey and try to limit salty foods, which can exacerbate fluid retention.
3. Pack Foot Care Essentials
- Bring along a small foot care kit with items like blister pads and band-aids.
- Keep comfortable socks on hand, especially if you need to remove your shoes during security checks or on long car rides.
4. Stretch and Move Your Feet
- Long periods of sitting can lead to stiffness in your feet.
- Take short breaks to stretch!
- Point and flex your toes, rotate your ankles, and do foot stretches to keep your feet limber and reduce the risk of cramps or fatigue.
- If you’re on a plane, you can do simple exercises like ankle rolls and foot pumps to improve circulation.
5. Don’t Forget to Elevate Your Feet
- Elevate your feet to help reduce swelling and improve circulation.
- Simply lying down and propping your feet up on a pillow can work wonders!
Whether you’re flying, driving, or walking, taking a little extra care of your feet will help you focus on enjoying the holiday with family and friends. If you’re looking for more advice on foot health and wellness, come see the expert team at Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists. With locations in Tucson and Oro Valley areas of Pima County, Arizona, Bradley A. Whitaker, D.P.M., FACFAS, Peter C. Merrill, D.P.M., AACFAS, and Zeno Pfau, D.P.M. are dedicated to all aspects of foot health. Give us a call at (520) 575-0800 or contact us online!
