10 Fascinating Foot Facts
Our feet are much more than just a mode of transportation. There are some pretty fascinating feet facts and stats out there, due to the complex and unique network that comprises them.
Clifton Foot & Ankle Center wants you to better understand your feet so you’re not only able to win at trivia if these questions come up, but you’re also better informed in case you experience issues with your foot health.
The following facts are not only interesting but may be useful when it comes to your overall health and well-being:
- The foot has 33 joints and 100 ligaments, tendons, and muscles that all work together cohesively to help you move through your day.
- Just like fingerprints, each person has a distinct set of footprints. In a few famous cases, some criminals were caught because of their toeprints!
- On average, Americans take between 3000 and 4000 steps per day. That equates to over 100,000 miles by age 70, meaning custom orthotics may be a good idea investment.
- The bones in your feet make up about 25% of the total bones in your entire body.
- Don’t wait to address toenail issues because they grow just 1.6 millimeters in a month. If you lose one, it can take up to a year and a half before it grows back fully!
- While foot length remains the same, you may wear smaller shoes later in life as overall foot circumference decreases. Keep this in mind so you can make sure you’re always wearing shoes that fit properly.
- Feet have 8,0000 nerves, meaning being ticklish on the bottom of your foot is not just normal; it’s expected.
- Your feet may be smarter than you think due to their connection to the brain! Stimulating nerve endings in your foot can reduce pain and even enhance cognitive function.
- It’s essential to pay attention to foot health, as it can be reflective of numerous issues, including circulatory or nerve disorders.
- Despite its name, your “big” toe only has two bones, and your other toes have three.
We’ve provided the facts, and we can also provide the care! Make an appointment with board-certified podiatrist Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center in Fairfax County, Virginia, to chat about any specific foot issues you’re experiencing.
