Getting Cold Feet............Literally?

Dr. Rosenstein,


      My feet are cold all the time and it's very uncomfortable. What causes this and what can I do?



Cold feet can be a result of poor circulation. As we age, the blood vessels sometimes develop plaques that restrict the blood flow to the feet.

Or sometimes the feet get sweaty and this moisture causes the foot to feel cold. You can wear a sock that wicks moisture away if that is the case.

Nerve problems in the foot can also give a cold sensation and may be painful at times. This condition is called peripheral neuropathy and is frequently seen in people with diabetes, peripheral vascular disease or other prolonged illlnesses.

Peripheral nerves are the nerves that go out from the brain and spinal cord to the muscles, skin, internal organs, and glands. The most common symptoms of neuropathy include numbness and loss of feeling, usually in the feet and hands. Peripheral neuropathy inpairs proper functioning of these sensory and motor nerves.

If you are having difficulty with this condition, consult with your family podiatrists.

For more information or to schedule an appointment please contact Affiliated Podiatrists, Inc. at:
440-946-5858 or visit our website www.DrRobertRosenstein.com

And remember........When your feet hurt, you hurt all over!