In case of minor foot problems, be prepared with the following on-the-go foot gear:
- Flip-flops — for the pool, spa, hotel room, and airport security checkpoints
- Sterile bandages — for covering minor cuts and scrapes on the foot
- Antibiotic cream — to treat any skin injury
- Emollient-enriched cream — to hydrate feet
- Blister pads or moleskin — to protect against blisters
- Motrin or Advil (anti-inflammatory) — to ease tired, swollen feet
- Toenail clippers — to keep toenails neatly trimmed
- Emery board — to smooth rough edges or broken nails
- Pumice stone — to soften callused skin
- Sunscreen — to protect against the scorching sun
- Aloe vera or Silvadene cream — to relieve sunburns
Find a full list of APMA-approved products at www.ampa.org.