Dr. Rob Klein,

Foot Health: How to Prepare for Spring

Considering the fact an average person takes approximately 8,000 to 10,000 steps per day and walks over 115,000 miles in an average lifetime illustrates how important feet are to our overall health. The feet are responsible for our mobility, toes help maintain our sense of balance, and the nails support the tissues of the toes. That said, having a foot or toe infection can certainly be a stumbling block to daily activities; therefore it is important to maintain the health of your feet.

Dr. Robert Klein podiatric physician and board certified foot surgeon comes on the show to discuss Tips for getting your feet in shape for barefoot season.

Dr. Robert Klein is a podiatric physician and board certified foot surgeon with more than 16 years of clinical experience. Dr. Klein specializes in the treatment of foot and ankle disorders, including treating diseases of the skin, nails, and disorders of the musculoskeletal system of the foot and ankle. Dr. Klein serves as a Diplomate with the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Melanie Cole, M.S.

4 / 21 / 2010