Remedies For Trench Foot

Dry Feet Thoroughly

While trench foot can occur anywhere, even in the desert, it is most common in places where the temperature is between thirty to forty degrees Fahrenheit. Standing in wet shoes and socks exacerbates trench foot more than wearing water shoes while swimming.

Prolonged exposure to wet and cold cause the feet to gradually lose their nerve function and circulation. In trench foot, the blood vessels constrict to try to keep the rest of the body warm. As a result, the feet don’t get the oxygen and nutrients provided by blood. The loss of nerve function impairs the feet’s ability to pick up on warning signals like pain. It is thus imperative to dry the feet thoroughly and keep them warm after cleaning them.