Do you suffer from Hot Feet?

[Selectamatic]

Do you?

Dad does, when walking or standing up in general, his feet become hot and uncomfortable.

He's mentioned it to his quack, but he did not take much notice of it.

He has changed workboots, which helped a bit, but it's still dragging him down...

Any suggestions, anyone?

 

[Lincs Lass]

Have to stick mine out the covers in bed ,,they cook ,dont smell but just hot and ache like hell at the end of the day

 

[Selectamatic]

Have to stick mine out the covers in bed ,,they cook ,dont smell but just hot and ache like hell at the end of the day

Sounds similar to Mr S Senior, but what he does in bed is his own business!!

Have you found a way of curing it...?

 

[Lincs Lass]

They have been like it all my life ..Ive never suffered from cold feat in winter ,,Only ware leather workboots ,seems to keep them comfy but Im pleased to get them of after a days works and let them breath

 

[mrs mtx]

I always have hot feet at night and only thing I find to help make it more comfortable is plastering them in moisturiser

 

[jade35]

Socks causing problems?

Has he tried one of the peppermint cooling gels for feet. Don't know which works the best but Google brings up quite a range.

 

[jade35]

Not for those of a nervous disposition



but have Googled 'hot feet' and a range of problems can cause these symptoms. Would also wonder if he is taking any tablets and whether it might be a side effect.


http://www.podantics.com.au/hot-feet.html
Hot and Burning Feet
Burning feet is a common foot complaint among many groups, most commonly in the over 50's and in diabetics who generally experience these sensations at night time. There are many different causes of this condition and whilst some may also encounter redness and swelling, often there is no physical sign of this condition.


Causes
In many cases the cause is simply due to the fact that when our core temperature is warmer (such as in summer or in bed at night), our body allows more blood to flow down to our feet than it often does when its colder. This increase in blood flow can lead to our feet feeling warmer than we are comfortable with and warmer than what we are used to and is more common in women, especially during menopause.

Other causes may include:

• Dampness, together with friction, leads to the sensation of burning, so its important to buy shoes that let perspiration evaporate.
  
• Many feet just ache and burn at the end of a long day, especially in those who are on their feet all day or are overweight (mechanical overload)
• Pregnancy
• Inappropriate socks. Wear socks made of cotton rather than synthetic fabrics.

• Athletes foot can sometimes spread to cause burning sensation on the sole of the foot.
• Allergic reaction or sensitivity to shoe material or socks.
• Alcohol is also contributing factor. Long term use can affect the nervous activity of the feet.
• Neuropathy such as that which occurs with Diabetes, chronic alcoholism, vitamin deficiencies (usually B) and heavy metal poisoning
• Smoking
• Neuroma. A trapped nerve can lead to a hot burning sensation such as in Mortons Neuroma or tarsal tunnel syndrome
• Gout can cause a burning sensation on the side of the foot.
• Blood & circulatory disorders (eg thrombocytopenia, blood clots, Erythromelalgia, pernicious anemia).
• Hormonal imbalances such as Graves Disease and hyperthyroidism.
• Reflex sympathetic dystrophy or complex regional pain syndrome following trauma (including surgery)

Treatment
The treatment of hot feet is often dependent on the cause of the problem. For this reason it is important that you get your feet checked to make sure your get the right advice.

• If mechanical i.e. over use of the feet and muscles, the good fitting shoes with support is important. For some, orthotics may also help to reduce the extra load on the feet.
• Hot and sweaty feet can be assisted by good airflow in shoes.
  
• Creams or ointments with cooling properties such as menthol can help relieve the symptoms
• Wear socks made of cotton rather than synthetic fabrics
• Bath feet in cool water if needed or stick them out from the bed if its happening at night.
• Avoid prolonged period of standing where possible and if needed put your feet up to assist with swelling and venous return.
• Cushioning or shock absorbing insoles may make standing more tolerable

 

[llamedos]

If nothing medically wrong, good shoes/boots and lambswool socks.
Loose fitting natural fiber socks also help with hot feet in the night syndrome.

 

[milkloss]

As above. Check his socks out and make sure they're not some horrible acrylic, nylon sort of mix. I get hot sweaty feet with anything man made and never really got on with wool either. Good cotton socks are best.

 

[traadilooar]

Lowa desert elite boots, get them on ebay for about £50 should be £150!
Unbelievable the cooling effect of them.

 

[milkloss]

Should have added: get him checked for diabetes, not the long term effects like neuropathy (I guess you would have thought of that if he was diabetic) but I have type 1 and when blood sugars go mental you can get a hot, swollen sort of sensation in your feet.

 

[Lofty1984]

Lowa desert elite boots, get them on ebay for about £50 should be £150!
Unbelievable the cooling effect of them.

Just looking at some are they comfortable around the ankle if your sitting for long periods?

 

[traadilooar]

Just looking at some are they comfortable around the ankle if your sitting for long periods?

Yeah sometimes leave top of the boot unlaced. I'm looking for another pair at moment but have bought at £45 pair before but none in my size at moment.
So may try some meindle desert fox boots this time.

 

[Lofty1984]

Yeah sometimes leave top of the boot unlaced. I'm looking for another pair at moment but have bought at £45 pair before but none in my size at moment.
So may try some meindle desert fox boots this time.

Only ones I could see are used in my size