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The number one way to prevent athlete feet is to keep your feet dry. Follow these guidelines and you can help keep your feet safe from the athlete’s feet fungus:

Athlete’s Feet Prevention Tip #1: Wash feet with an anti-bacterial soap to keep your feet safe from the athlete’s feet fungus.
Athlete’s Feet Prevention Tip #2: Dry feet well after showering or bathing to keep your feet safe from the athlete’s feet fungus.
Athlete’s Feet Prevention Tip #3: Apply anti-fungal powders and creams to absorb excess moisture and help keep your feet safe from the athlete’s feet fungus.
Athlete’s Feet Prevention Tip #4: Change your socks often, especially after exercising or perspiring, to keep your feet safe from the athlete’s feet fungus.
Athlete’s Feet Prevention Tip #5: Wear rubber sandals when using public showers or pools or going to the gym to keep your feet safe from the athlete’s feet fungus.

Treatment for athlete’s feet, includes careful hygiene and the regular use of anti-fungal creams and powders. If you continue to have problems treating or getting rid of athlete’s feet, The Podiatry Institute recommends that you see a podiatrist to determine if there is another reason your skin is so inflamed.

And remember: Anyone who wears shoes and socks can get athlete foot. Athlete’s foot is not just for athletes! Wet feet trapped in closed-in shoes, socks and hose provide the perfect environment for the athlete feet fungus, which thrives in warm, dark, moist climates.

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Information on foot and lower body health conditions like athlete feet provided by The Podiatry Institute, dedicated to advancing the standard of care in podiatric medicine and its effects on muscoskeletal health.