Foot Care

Regular preventative foot care is important. Foot care is available to any individual needing assistance caring for their feet and is offered by Public Health in Clearwater, Hubbard and Lake of the Woods counties.

• What to expect: Brief assessment for diabetes or circulatory issues, etc. Foot soak, nail trim and lotion applied. Light pumicing of callouses. Recommendation for referral as needed for ingrown nails, signs of infection etc.

To make a foot care appointment or to find out the next available clinic date, location and cost contact your Local Public Health Office.

*Hubbard County Note:  Foot care clinics are offered from 8:15 to 11:30 am at various locations throughout Hubbard County. Individuals are asked to please bring their own basin and towel.

Basic Care for Healthy Feet

How to protect your feet:

• Wash your feet every day and dry them completely.
• Clip your toenails short and keep them clean.
• Change your socks at least once a day.
• Check your feet regularly for cuts, sores, swelling, dryness, and infected toenails and apply treatment as needed.
• When visiting a salon for foot care, choose a salon that is clean and licensed by your state’s cosmetology board. Make sure the salon sterilizes instruments after each use (such as nail clippers, scissors, and other tools).

CDC 2023