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Ingrown toenail
It presses, throbs and quickly becomes inflamed: why nails grow in, what you can do yourself – and how a nail brace helps without surgery.
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Knowledge for healthy feet
What is behind common foot problems – and what really helps? Here we explain the most frequent complaints from our everyday practice: clearly, professionally reviewed and with practical tips for home.
Diabetic foot syndrome
Diabetic foot: how to protect your feet
With diabetes, small injuries to the feet can go unnoticed and heal poorly. Daily checks, proper care and podiatry help prevent problems.
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Corns: causes and treatment
A small spot that stings with every step: how corns develop, why plasters are not always a good idea – and how we remove them with minimal pain.
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Nail fungus: recognise, treat, prevent
Discoloured, thickened, brittle: nail fungus is stubborn but treatable. What helps, how we support therapy and how to protect yourself from reinfection.
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Cracked heels and calluses: what really helps
Dry, cracked heels are more than a cosmetic issue: deep cracks hurt and can become inflamed. How to care for them properly – and how we help.
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The right shoe: how to find shoes that are good for your feet
Many foot problems start in the shoe. With these tips you will find shoes that fit – and avoid pressure points, corns and ingrown nails.
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Foot care in old age: healthy feet for more independence
With age, foot care becomes harder – and more important. Why healthy feet have so much to do with mobility and how family members can help.
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Plantar warts: recognise, treat, prevent
Plantar warts are contagious, often painful and stubborn. How to recognise them, why patience is needed and how we support treatment.
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Summer feet: well cared for and healthy through the warm season
Sandals, walking barefoot, swimming pools: summer is peak season for your feet. With these tips they stay cared for – and you avoid blisters, athlete’s foot and sunburn.
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Dry feet in winter: how to keep your skin supple
Heated air, cold and thick socks take their toll on feet in winter. With the right care, your skin stays supple – and cracks don’t stand a chance.
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Hallux valgus: when the big toe is crooked
The bunion is one of the most common foot deformities. What causes it, what helps with the discomfort – and how we relieve pressure points.
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Sweaty feet: what really helps against wet feet and odour
Damp feet are unpleasant – and an ideal breeding ground for athlete’s foot. With these tips you can get sweat and odour under control.
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Athlete’s foot: recognise, treat and avoid infection
Itching, redness, flaky skin between the toes: athlete’s foot is common and easy to treat – if you stick with it.
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Foot care during pregnancy: relief for tired feet
Swollen feet, sore heels and your bump in the way when trimming your nails? How your feet get through pregnancy comfortably.
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