Foot Treatments For Dermatitis

Athlete’s Foot and Dermatitis

A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Center is dedicated to providing our patients with the best possible foot and ankle care. We offer a variety of services to meet our patients' needs, including foot surgery, laser surgery, orthotics, and more. We also offer senior foot care and X-rays to diagnose and treat different foot conditions. Here is a comprehensive look at our foot treatments and services:

  • Foot Surgery
  • First Aid
  • Functional Orthotics
  • Laser Surgery
  • Laser Treatment
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Senior Foot Care
  • X-Rays
  • Non-Invasive Orthotripsy

Some of these are great foot treatments for dermatitis. But first, let's learn what dermatitis and athlete's foot are.

Foot in the sand

What is Contact Dermatitis?

Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin due to exposure to an irritating substance. This usually is due to a combination of reduced skin resistance and contact with a material to which the individual is sensitive. Shoes, particularly running shoes, are the most common source of contact dermatitis on the foot. Irritants in these shoes include nylon and synthetic compounds. Treatment for contact dermatitis consists of identifying and removing the offending material and medicating the skin to alleviate the inflammation. Thus reducing the rash, blisters, or other symptoms.

What is Athlete’s Foot?

Athlete's foot is a highly prevalent infection of the foot. It is caused by a simple mold-like growth in the skin, which leads to a common infection. This fungus can create red, cracked skin that itches or burns and weeping water-filled blisters on the feet. It can also produce a white, itchy, and wet sensation between the toes. Your toenails can also be afflicted with athlete's foot, resulting in discolored and thickened nails.

This condition is highly contagious and can be acquired or passed from person to person. It's frequently passed from family members to one another. Untreated athlete's foot infection can lead to serious bacterial infection, especially in diabetics and those with circulation issues. As a result, the patient or family members requiring treatment should receive prompt therapy to eliminate the ailment and avoid reinfection.

Person's feet at the beach

Foot Treatments for Dermatitis & Athlete’s Foot

If your feet are suffering from any sort of skin issue, a podiatrist may be able to assist you. A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Center's local podiatrists have extensive experience in skincare therapies for the treatment of foot skin rashes and foot fungus. We also use laser treatments that have proven to be an effective treatment to kill the fungus that has infected your toenails.

The physicians and staff of the A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Centers maintain two complete podiatric clinical facilities and provide 24-hour emergency service. We participate in most health plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, and Medicaid. We also complete and file all necessary insurance forms, and make every effort to assure you of maximum benefits with minimum out-of-pocket expenses.

Contact A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Center today to schedule an appointment with one of our foot specialists! If you have any questions about our services or how we can help you, please do not hesitate to contact us today. We would be more than happy to answer any of your questions and help you get on the road to recovery.

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