Whether organizing a getaway or attending a wedding or graduation, here is our best travel tip: Avoid neglecting your foot care while on the road! When you return, caring for your feet, even in another town, state, or country, means you’ll be met with comfortable, pain-free, infection-free feet. Here are some tips for keeping your feet healthy and safe while traveling.

Include a Travel Foot Care Kit with All the Essentials

No matter where you travel, you must keep your feet in tip-top shape! Tuck these items into a small zippered pouch, and don’t leave home without them:

Sunscreen – don’t forget feet and ankles.
Pedicure tools like an emery board and nail clippers.
Rich foot cream to keep your skin supple and smooth.
Antibiotic ointment and blister pads or moleskin to treat blisters and protect painful spots.
Anti-fungal cream for temporary relief of athlete’s foot.
Adhesive bandages in assorted sizes.

If you see any signs of infection, simple treatments won’t work. Get help from a local podiatrist for an infection or foot pain. If you have diabetes, seek a qualified foot doctor quickly for anything out of the ordinary.

An Expert’s Foot-Friendly Travel Tips

If heading to the airport, wear comfortable slip-on shoes with socks for security checks.
Don’t forget your custom-fitted orthotics.
Avoiding salty foods and alcohol can minimize water retention and swollen feet.
Take extra shoes in case your favorite pair gets damp.
Toss in flip-flops to protect from foot fungus in public areas like pools, spas, and locker rooms.
Wear your new walking shoes or hiking boots a couple of weeks before you leave to ensure they’re comfortable enough for long walks.

Safe and happy travels!

At Advanced Foot Care of NJ, LLC, Dr. Anant Joshi and his staff treat a range of conditions and are committed to providing results. We are conveniently located in Woodland Park and welcome our neighbors in Little Falls, Cedar Grove, Verona, Stoney Road, Sandy Hill, Albion Place, and Great Notch. To schedule an appointment, contact his office at 973-256-0002.