Monthly Archives: April 2019

i)No Purchase Necessary

There is no purchase necessary in the FootActive Spring Giveaway 2019 (which will now be known just by ‘Giveaway’); and there is no way to increase the odds of winning via a purchase. This Giveaway is completely free, and no form of currency will be accepted in relation to this Giveaway.

ii)Prize List

The prize is the ‘Hidden insole’ and is either one pair of FootActive Comfort insoles; or one pair of Footactive Workmate insoles; or one pair of FootActive Nature Plus insoles; or one pair of FootActive Sports insoles. The Prize List is subject to availability.

iii)Description

There is a hidden insole within the image on the Facebook Post (https://www.Facebook.com/Footactive). If you think that you know which insole is hiding, you can submit your answer on the submission form (http://eepurl.com/gooOon). In order to submit an answer, we require a valid email address, first and last name (for contacting the winner(s)).

We will be accepting entrees into the giveaway between Wednesday 24^th April 2019 00:00 and Tuesday 30^th April 23:59. On Wednesday 1^st April FootActive will contact the winner(s). There will be a total of and no more than 3 winners.

The winners will receive a pair of the hidden insole.

Please email [email protected] or call 01963 33088 to ask any questions.

iv)Eligibility

The Giveaway is only eligible for those who live in Europe. If you do not live in Europe, you do not qualify to be eligible for this Giveaway. There is no age restriction for the Giveaway, however anyone under the age of 18 can only partake after receiving consent from their parent/guardian. We will not accept any 3^rd party email addresses. Only one email address per person will be accepted. Anyone who enters the Giveaway who is not eligible will not be able to win.

v)How to Enter

To enter this Giveaway, a valid email address must be submitted on the following website (http://eepurl.com/gooOon). We also ask for your First and Last name.

We get asked treatment and home-remedy questions so often, we made a full FAQ page. One of the most common questions is how to help an ingrown toe nail so we thought we would cover it in more detail.

What Is An Ingrown Toe Nail?

An ingrown toe nail can cause acute and localised pain and most typically occurs on the big toes but can appear on others. The nail grows into the skin and can cause inflammation and pain when pressure is applied to the area. The toe can also be very red and many experience soreness in one or both sides of the toe. In more serious or developed cases, an infection can develop and cause pus and bleeding. Ingrown toe nails are extremely painful as it pierces the skin.

Ingrown toe nails can become dangerous as an unchecked and untreated nail can eventually infect the bone under the skin. This is particularly problematic for those who live with diabetes. The blood flow and nerves in the feet could already be quite poor already and so the injury might not heal or be discovered as quickly as it should.

What Causes an Ingrown Toe Nail?

Ingrown toe nails are often caused by the improper cutting or clipping of the nail. Try to ensure you cut in a straight line and completely across the toe. Do not leave long edges, cut in an arc or rip the nail away at the edge as this will encourage the nail to grow towards the skin and eventual curl into it. Only when the nail has pierced the skin is it considered an ingrown toe nail. Nails that have grown outwards and towards the fleshy part of the skin can also be painful but can usually be remedied with proper manicuring and maintenance.

Alternatively, poorly fitted shoes, particularly styles with narrow or pointed toes can encourage an ingrown toe nail. Socks and tights that are too tight can also cause ingrown toe nails as it forces the toes close together and can also perpetuate poor foot hygiene.

How To Treat An Ingrown Toe Nail At Home?

• Wear comfortable shoes with enough room for the toe to sit comfortably.