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When things begin to change slowly over time, the changes can be difficult to notice. In some cases, someone else will notice a difference before you do, but they may not bring it to your attention. Then a small, seemingly insignificant issue can turn into a big issue. Today Dr. Joel Segalman, Dr. Stephen Lazaroff, and Dr. Brittany Ciaramello at Performance Foot & Ankle Specialists, LLC in New Haven County and Fairfield County share two signs that should prompt you to schedule a visit to your podiatrist.
There are two huge warning signs that, despite being troublesome symptoms, often are ignored or written off as normal signs of aging.
Sign #1: The appearance of your feet is changing.
Have you observed any changes to your feet over the past few years? If you can’t recall the last time you examined your feet, you’re probably long overdue for a checkup by your podiatrist.
The changes could be as simple as a minor change in the color of your toenail, which can be a sign of toenail fungus, or a change in the shape of your toes, which could be a sign of hammertoes or bunions. Your footprint may also have gotten larger over time, which means you may be losing the supportive arch in your foot.
Sign #2: You experience discomfort daily.
Daily discomfort is one thing if you’re participating in a marathon every day, but when you’re just going about your typical day and find your ankles and feet are swollen and aching at the end of the day, something isn’t quite right. It is another sign you don’t want to brush off as a normal part of getting older.
Foot fatigue can affect people when they overuse their feet. However, when the fatigue, accompanied by pains and aches, never seems to subside, it’s time to talk to a podiatrist.
The bottom line is your feet don’t lie, and even changes that may seem insignificant are worth your attention. If the changes become painful or worrisome, don’t hesitate to contact the offices of Dr. Joel Segalman, Dr. Stephen Lazaroff, and Dr. Brittany Ciaramello at Performance Foot & Ankle Specialists, LLC in New Haven County and Fairfield County today to schedule a consultation. You can reach our Waterbury office at (203) 755-0489 or our Newtown office at (203) 270-6724.