Remedies For Trench Foot

Apply Hot Compress To Affected Area

Of course, applying a hot compress is amazingly effective. More specifically, when applying a hot compress to the affected area, individuals should keep the compress on the foot for around five minutes. Individuals can also soak the affected foot in warm water for the same length of time. Gradually warming the foot will stop the progression of trench foot by causing the blood vessels to dilate and thus send needed oxygen and nutrients to the affected foot. Adding potassium permanganate solution to the foot bath will help draw fluid out of any swollen areas.

It can take less than twelve hours to develop trench foot if you’re standing in cold water—and it can develop even if the water is as warm as 60° F. If your job requires you to stand in water for long periods, take breaks every few hours to properly dry your feet.

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Don’t Wear Dirty Socks For Long

Individuals should not wear dirty socks for long, as they will increase their chances of developing an infection as well as trench foot. Change socks daily, or if they are really dirty, twice a day. Individuals who have cuts or other wounds on their feet should apply alcohol-based sanitizer or antibacterial cream before putting fresh socks on.

Wearing dirty socks, particularly if they are wet as well, not only increases the chances of developing trench foot, but also infection, mainly when open wounds are present. Thus, putting on fresh and dry socks often is crucial to preventing trench foot. Individuals must be sure, however, to clean and dry their feet before doing so.

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