Beyond Over-The-Counter Creams: Professional Athlete's Foot Treatment in Markham
If persistent itching, scaling, or burning is disrupting your routine, our expert chiropodists can identify the root cause, provide medical-grade solutions, and help you clear stubborn fungal infections for good.
Athlete’s foot is a common fungal skin infection that doesn’t affect athletes alone. If you find that your feet are itching, scaling, red or have formed small blisters, it’s possible that your suffering from athlete’s foot. For some people, the infection can spread between the toes and even into and under your nails.
Fungus? How did I get that?
Athlete’s foot can be picked up most commonly in public or shared areas such as dressing rooms, locker rooms and showers especially if you tend to walk barefoot in these areas. If you don’t thoroughly dry your feet after a shower or your feet sweat excessively and being trapped in socks and shoes (dark, humid environment) all day encourages the growth of fungus on our skin. Having Diabetes, a weakened immune system or a pre-existing fungal nail infection can also explain why some people may also develop an infection. Whatever the reason is for you having athlete’s foot, dealing with it quickly and appropriately is essential to your foot health.
Fighting back against Athlete’s foot.
Treating athlete’s foot is not complicated, but it does require dedication. What you need to do right away is keep shoes and socks clean and dry, wear moisture wicking socks (cotton or wool), maintain excellent foot hygiene (daily washing with soap and water) and dry your feet thoroughly including between the toes. In some cases, an off-the-shelf or prescription anti fungal spray or cream may be necessary.
What Mount Joy Foot Clinic & Orthotic Centre can do for you.
After making all these changes and you still don’t see a difference, you should seek the help of a Chiropodist or Podiatrist. At the Mount Joy Foot Clinic & Orthotic Centre, our Chiropodist will perform a physical exam, recommend additional foot hygiene changes, prescribe any appropriate medication or lotion, dispense special socks and recommend other options that may be preventing your feet from getting better.
We Can Help You with Athlete's Foot
If you're concerned about your feet or are dealing with a foot & ankle issue, Mount Joy Foot Clinic & Orthotic Centre is where you need to be. Our Chiropodists are dedicated to providing compassionate, expert care to keep you walking comfortably. Book an appointment with us today and take the first step to healthier, happier feet!
Frequently Asked Questions
Answering Common Questions About Athlete's Foot
Common symptoms include intense itching, stinging, or burning between the toes or on the soles of the feet. Other signs involve cracked, peeling, or blistered skin, raw skin from scratching, and dry skin on the bottom or sides of the foot.
Yes, mild cases of athlete's foot can usually be treated effectively at home using over-the-counter antifungal creams, sprays, or powders. Keeping your feet clean and completely dry, changing your socks frequently, and wearing breathable shoes will also help clear the infection and prevent it from returning.
To prevent athlete's foot, keep your feet clean and dry, wear sandals or shower shoes in public locker rooms and pools, choose breathable footwear like leather or mesh, and change your socks daily—or more often if your feet sweat heavily.
Yes, the fungus can spread if you scratch your feet and then touch other areas, particularly the groin (where it causes jock itch) or the hands. It can also spread to your toenails, leading to a fungal nail infection which can be more difficult to treat.
You should consult a Chiropodist if your symptoms do not improve after two weeks of using over-the-counter treatments, or if you notice signs of a secondary bacterial infection—such as severe swelling, pus, warmth, or red streaks spreading from the area. People with diabetes or a compromised immune system should get help immediately at the first sign of a foot infection.
