Athlete’s foot is not the easiest condition to get rid of. Often over the counter treatments are prescribed, but there are also natural home remedies that can be just as effective. Applying apple cider vinegar or tea tree oil directly on the affected area, for example, can help ease some of the irritation.

There are a myriad of natural liquid solutions that can treat Athlete’s Foot. For example, one solution consisting of part white vinegar and warm water can work. Another solution made of garlic paste mixed with water is also effective. Neem leaves boiled in water for ten minutes is yet another solution you may want to try.

Athlete’s foot can be treated with either prescription drugs or natural remedies like those aforementioned. Consult with podiatrist Dr. Carl Ingrassia of Fords Foot and Ankle Care. Dr. Ingrassia will attend to all of your foot and ankle needs.

Athlete’s Foot: The Sole Story

If you suffer from itching, burning, dry, and flaking feet, this may be a sign of athlete’s foot. Athlete’s foot, also known as tinea pedis, can be extremely contagious, and it often infects shower floors, gyms, socks and shoes, and anywhere else feet may come in contact with. It is commonly found in public changing areas and bathrooms, dormitory style living quarters, around locker rooms and public swimming pools.

Solutions to Combat Athlete’s Foot

• Hydrate your feet by using lotion
• Exfoliate
• Buff off nails
• Use of anti-fungal product
• Examine feet and visit your doctor if any suspicious blisters or cuts are present.

What is Tinea?

• Athlete’s foot is often caused by the same fungus that causes ringworm (tinea).
• Tinea can invade other parts of the body as well, if the proper thriving conditions for it are met.
• Tinea thrives in mostly dark, warm and moist environments.
• Although many people never experience athlete’s foot, around 70% of the population may suffer from tinea at some point.

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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Fords and East Brunswick, NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle injuries.

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