As the snow continues to fall in Chicagoland, it is important to look for snow boots that are supportive, warm, and have good traction on the bottom (to prevent falls). When inspecting the heel of the boot, you should not be able to compress it inward with your hands. The arch should have some built in support and not be completely flat. Additionally, you should not be able to twist the part of the boot where the foot belongs.
Further, you need a boot which is made of warm materials that will help insulate your foot. Cold, wet weather can lead to cold injuries, such as frostbite. Frostbite can cause numbness, tingling, blisters, open sores, and gangrene (brown or black areas). If you have any of these symptoms, you need to report to the nearest Emergency Room.
Finally, you need boots that have good traction on the bottom, so that you will not fall on ice or wet surfaces.
Happy Winter!!
If you need to have your feet checked, please call 708-763-0580 for a podiatry exam.
Dr. Bender
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