01/11/2025
❄️👣 Cold Toes? It Might Be Chilblains! 👣❄️
As the chilly weather sets in, our poor feet can really feel it — and sometimes that leads to something chilblains.
Chilblains are annoying, itchy, red or purple bumps that can show up on your toes, heels or even fingers after being out in the cold. They happen when your skin and blood vessels don’t react well to sudden temperature changes — like stepping in from a frosty morning and putting your feet straight by the fire.
💭 What to look out for:
Itchy, sore, or burning toes
Red or purple patches
Swelling, cracking, or blistering in more severe cases
They can be uncomfortable, but usually clear up in a few weeks. The best thing you can do is keep your feet warm and your circulation moving.
👣 Top Tips to Help Prevent Chilblains:
✅ Keep your feet warm (layer up with thermal socks!)
✅ Move around regularly to boost circulation
✅ Moisturise daily to keep skin soft and healthy
🚫 And here’s what not to do:
Don’t warm your feet too quickly – avoid hot water bottles or heaters directly on your skin!
Don’t scratch or rub the area (it’ll only make things worse!)
Don’t ignore broken skin – it can lead to infection, especially if you have diabetes
If you’re unsure whether it’s chilblains or something else, or if they keep coming back, I’m here to help. Pop me a message to book an appointment – let’s get your feet comfortable and ready for winter again! 💖
