Question 1

what are symptoms of circulation problems in feet?

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Poor circulation: Can be associated with cold feet. sometimes pain and / or tingling, color changes, loss of hair, shiny thin skin and nail changes. Your doctor can check for that through feeling pulses and more specific specialized testing.

Question 2

what causes bad circulation feet?

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Arterial blockage: Genetics, hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, african american, smoking.

Question 3

is it normal to lose circulation in one foot?

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No: It is not normal to lose circulation in any part of the body.

Question 4

what can i do to get good circulation in my feet?

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Depends: It depends on what is causing the poor circulation and how bad it is.
Some times medication, sometimes surgery is needed.

Question 5

if i put tape on my feet would it cut the circulation?

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Foot taping: If  u put tape on the feet, avoid the toes if u can (except if u do a buddy splint for a toe fracture or subluxation). Otherwise, foot taping is frequently done in sports medicine: besides preventing injuries, there is a technique known as tape strapping (i.e. Low dye taping) is done to help relieve pain/symptoms in some foot conditions i.e. Plantar fasciitis, foot sprains, ...

Question 6

how could i make sure i am getting enough circulation in my feet?

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Circulation to the f: To check circulation you can check your pulses on the top of the foot and on the inside of the ankles. If you can palpate these pulses, then you know you're getting adequate circulation. The best way is to do a dopler or a non-invasive vascular study to determine blood flow and if its adequate.

Question 7

my feet always become so cold. nowhere else on my body does this. could this be a circulation problem? i'm 19.

Accepted Answer

It's your thyroid : usually pt with hypothyroid have similar condition. Keep double sock see you foot doctor and endocrinologist

Question 8

how can i improve circulation in my feet?

Accepted Answer

Circulation: Exercise! any and all forms of cardiovascular exercise. Treadmill, stationary bike, jumping rope...Etc.

Question 9

how to improve blood circulation in the feet?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: Move your legs.Walk, but if you have calf pain see a vascular specialist.

Question 10

will medical tape cut off circulation in my foot?

Accepted Answer

It can: If medical tape is applied too tightly, it can compromise the circulation to the foot and irritate the superficial nerves.  Numbness, tingling and change in the color ot the toes can be an indication of this.

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