Getting Rid of Dry, Rough Feet

 

Dear Nurse, I'm tired of my rough dry feet. What can I do? Please HELP!

--Mr. Rough

Dry and scaly feet are a common problem. Feet are subjected to daily abuse, from undergoing the pressure from walking to being exposed to the elements. The best way to start this removal process is to soak your feet in warm water. Put a bit of mild soap in the water so you can clean your feet, and allow your feet to soak so the rough skin on your heels will soften up a bit. Once your feet are nice and soaked and soft, take out one foot from the foot bath, grab the file, and simply file the rough skin on your feet. Once you're finished filing your feet, take some heavy lotion and put it all over your feet. This will help the skin dry smoother, so rough skin won't be so quick to develop. Covering your feet with socks/footies (especially overnight) helps keep feet soft and hydrated. Another important factor is keeping your inside hydrated also. Lots of water. Items you can purchase to assist with this process include: pumas stone, callous re- mover, and any brand of baby gel or thick lubricant that is especially for feet. Another option that is always nice and relaxing are Pedicure. Note: Pedicures are not a "women only" thing. Enjoy your new set of feet

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The Importance of Water

Did you know that your tissues and organs are mainly made up of water? Drinking a healthy amount of water is vital to your health. You can never imagine just by changing this simple step, you gain tremendous health bene- fits, and sometimes you can even throw away your migraine medicine or pain killer.

Before you can appreciate the benefits of water to your health, let's review the role of water in human body. The human body is anywhere from 55% to 78% water depending on body size. A rule of thumb, 2/3 of body is consists of water, and it is the main component of human body. Note the following: 75% of muscle, 22% of bone and 83% of blood consist of water. Every cell in your body needs water from head to toe. That is why it is so important to drink enough fluid. Take for example, brain consists of 90% of water, if you do not supply enough water to your body, your brain cannot function well, and you will get headache or migraine. Hence, next time, if you feel fatigue and headache, it may be the sign of dehydration.

Signs of Dehydration

• Dark Urine-Yellow or Orange in color

• Dry Skin

• Thirst

• Hunger

• Fatigue

 

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DRM Employee Sportlight

This month, Genesis Home Healthcare Providers recognizes Amy Murphy for her outstanding and creative service to DRM International Learning Center (DRM ILC). Amy is ILC's School Administrator and Genesis Home Healthcare's Nursing Supervisor. Amy enjoys helping students through the learning process and becoming one step closer to entering the exciting field of healthcare. In addition, Amy is also a Certified Teacher in the State of Michigan. Her consistent passion to teach is shown in her interactive learning and creative teaching style.

Thanks Amy for your Awesome work!

 

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Finishing Strong

Have you every had the thought or feeling, "There isn't enough hours in the day?" If you have I'm sure you are not alone. Unfortunately we cant add hours to our day. We all are given 24 hours a day. The question is: How are you spending yours? Getting tasks completed is a matter of time management.

Learn the difference between urgent and important. The important tasks are the ones that lead you to your goals, and give you the most of the long term progress and rewards. Aim to do the important things first. Re- member the 80-20 rule: 80 percent of reward come from 20 percent of your efforts. Keep a time log if need. You will be surprised to see how you are currently managing your time and its increased productivity. The year isn't over. If you have some unfinished business/goals, you still have time to accomplish them. FINISH STRONG!

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