To the Editor:— In Queries and Minor Notes in The Journal, June 27, it was stated that “a satisfactory formula for a good powder for use in the treatment of trichophytosis is sodium thiosulfate 6 Gm. and boric acid 24 Gm.” I first described foot baths and this powder formula for this condition in The Journal, April 18, 1931, page 1301, and Oct. 3, 1931, page 1020. It is highly important to endeavor to eradicate as much as possible this most disabling of all foot infections. With this in mind I shall enumerate some of the advantages of both the powder and the bath:
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The Bath: The sodium hyposulfite bath is stable. Chlorine, for example, is not. Chlorine too is an essential war chemical best used elsewhere.
My “hypo” bath can be made in any handy container: wood, metal, tile, in fact any material. The chlorine bath needs a
To the Editor:— In Queries and Minor Notes in The Journal, June 27, it was stated that “a satisfactory formula for a good powder for use in the treatment of trichophytosis is sodium thiosulfate 6 Gm. and boric acid 24 Gm.” I first described foot baths and this powder formula for this condition in The Journal, April 18, 1931, page 1301, and Oct. 3, 1931, page 1020. It is highly important to endeavor to eradicate as much as possible this most disabling of all foot infections. With this in mind I shall enumerate some of the advantages of both the powder and the bath:
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The Bath: The sodium hyposulfite bath is stable. Chlorine, for example, is not. Chlorine too is an essential war chemical best used elsewhere.
My “hypo” bath can be made in any handy container: wood, metal, tile, in fact any material. The chlorine bath needs a
Why do it? The magnesium foot soak allows you to absorb the magnesium via your skin (transdermal). This is facilitated with other elements beyond the magnesium in the foot soak. We add baking soda for the bicarbonate and borax for the boron. Together these three ingredients work together to get the magnesium into your cells where it belongs!
>>When starting out – only soak for 5 minutes – wait a day before soaking again – you can build up your soak time based on how you feel. You can gradually build up to 20-40 minutes at a time. Alternate days until you determine your tolerance and comfort with the soaks.
>> Alternating between magnesium sulfate and magnesium chloride is a good idea but NEVER mix the two when preparing your soaks!
Want to soak in a warm tub? DOUBLE the above recipe for a tub of water!
>> Some people find they are sensitive to the soaks – some find them stimulating, MOST find them relaxing and help with sleep so they do them before bed. You will need to experiment for yourself! Listen to your body.
Want Those Antibodies Out Of Your Body? Bathe In Borax
How do you clean a swollen foot with boric acid?
Wash feet in the shower or bath with mild soap and water, rinse, and pat dry. Add three quarts of warm filtered water to a small foot basin. Mix in 1.5 tablespoons of boric acid until completely dissolved. Soak feet for 15-20 minutes. Wash feet in mild soap and water again, rinse feet, and pat dry with a clean towel.
Is it beneficial to soak feet in vinegar?
Soaking the feet with additional vinegar can remove the feet’ odour. Vinegar has antimicrobial properties that can kill the bacteria or fungi that cause foot odour. People can make a solution of vinegar and water in a 1:2 ratio. Then soak the feet for 10-20 minutes.
Why should you soak in a borax Bath?
Soaking in a borax bath can alleviate muscle soreness and joint pain. It may also help reduce inflammation associated with conditions like arthritis and fibromyalgia. Borax possesses antifungal and antibacterial properties, effectively treating various skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne.
Does boric acid remove athlete’s foot?
A side benefit of either boric acid or borax foot baths to eliminate Athlete’s foot is that this home treatment will also reduce or even eliminate foot odor problems. Issues with cracked heels can also greatly improve, saving money on pedicures that have their own set of risks for fungal infections.