Copper Compression Socks - The Solution for All Your Foot Problems

Did you know that about 35 million people worldwide have experienced fungal foot f infections at least once in their lifetime? And that chances of acquiring such infections only increases as you grow older? The research further stated that 25% of adults will experience some type of nail fungus by the time that they are 40 years old. As for senior citizens, about 50% suffer from some form of foot or nail fungal infections.

Considering the high probability of contracting such infections, it is imperative that you implement some form preventative care in order to keep your feet protected. Among the various methods available, copper compression socks is a sure-fire way to do so! These socks are created by infusing the fabric with copper ions at a molecular level providing the socks with the ability to resist the ill-effects odour and infection-causing bacteria. Additionally, coppers ability to kill microbes upon contact also ensures that the copper-infused fabric stays cleaner for longer, thus reducing the need for regular washing and cleaning.

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Leading dailies like The Telegraph, The Daily Mail and The Express have also covered the widespread impact of fungal foot infections in the UK and its repercussions.

Take a look at some excerpts from the articles that shed light on this problem:

Beat Little Health Horrors like Athlete's Foot, Cold Sores and More...

Daily Mail's article tackles multiple health concerns which also featured insights from the spokesman for the British Association of Dermatologists, Dr Walayat Hussain about fungal infections in the feet. Providing the example of the Athlete's Foot disease, he elaborated, "The fungus responsible for nail infections is usually the same that causes athlete's foot - a common skin infection of the feet, especially between the toes. This fungus lives in the keratin that makes up the outer layer of your skin and it can spread to the keratin in your toenails.” He also talks about how different types of fungal infections are usually acquired together and stresses on the importance of treating such infections in due time in order to avoid complications. To know more about fungal infections in the foot as well as Dr Walayat Hussain's views on the topic, read more here.

Fungal Infection Warning: Why You Should NEVER Wear Unwashed Socks?

Express Mail also released an article that contains insights from the NHS regarding fungal foot infections and how they are acquired. The article showcases the various instances that lead to the spread of such infections as stated by the NHS. For more information on each situation and ways to ensure that you are better prepared for the future, read the article here.

How to Give Smelly Feet the Boot?

Another article published by the Daily Mail tackles looming health issues that are rarely addressed, which also talks about the causes of smelly feet and how it can be avoided. In the article, Matthew Fitzpatrick, the spokesman for the College of Podiatry further elaborated that, "Whiffy trainers, smelly socks, sandals and shoes and foul-smelling feet are all the result of bacteria breeding on sweat and building up in the foot area.” It also provides an expert guide for fresher feet. You can find the detailed guide here.

How to Treat Foot and Nail Fungal Infections?

In the article by the Telegraph, Podiatrist Margaret Dabbs explains the key differences between foot and nail fungal infections and provides her insights with respect to the spread and contraction of such infections. The article also provides simple tips to help you reduce the chances of acquiring fungal infections. To know more about foot and nail fungal infections, here is a link to the article