The Footnotes · Nurse-led journal
Clear, compassionate notes on foot health, comfort, and mobility—written for older adults, families, and care partners.
From our nurses
4 articles
Foot health ·
Shoe size can change over time, and for many adults, the change is not small enough to ignore. A shoe that fit well for years may start to pinch the toes, rub the heel, feel tight across the top of the foot, or seem less stable on sidewalks and stairs.
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Foot health ·
A tiny nick from a toenail clipper can be a bigger problem for someone who takes blood thinners. What looks like a small cut may bleed longer, bruise more easily, or become harder to manage if it goes unnoticed inside a sock or shoe.
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Foot health ·
A quick towel pass after a shower can leave the most important spots damp. The spaces between the toes are small, warm, and easy to miss, which makes them a favorite place for moisture to linger.
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Foot health ·
Feet do a quiet job every day. They absorb impact, help with balance, and carry the body through errands, walks, stairs, chores, and favorite routines. As the years pass, skin can become thinner, circulation may change, arches may shift, and nails often get harder to trim. Small problems can grow quickly if they go unnoticed.
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