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Understanding Plantar Warts - Prevention

How Can I Prevent Plantar Warts?

Protect yourself against exposure to the virus that causes plantar warts by wearing shower shoes, thongs, or rubber swimming shoes whenever you visit a public pool or use a communal shower. Be sure to wash your feet thoroughly with a disinfectant soap after being in an area where the virus can spread.

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Reviewed by Norman Levine, MD on June 01, 2007
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To avoid injury before you hit the gym, personal trainer, Aaron Small, PhD offers these hamstring and calf stretches.

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