Prevent athlete's foot
You may be able to prevent athlete's foot:
- Keep your feet clean and dry.
- Dry between your toes after swimming or bathing. Use a hair dryer.
- Wear shoes or sandals that allow air to circulate around your feet.
- Use talcum powder or an antifungal powder on your feet.
- Allow shoes to dry for 24 hours before you wear them again.
- Wear socks to absorb sweat. White socks do not prevent athlete's foot.
- Wear a clean pair of socks every day.
- Wear thongs or shower sandals in public pools and showers.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: February 8, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Gavin W.G. Chalmers, DPM - Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery | |
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