Just as a worker's head, hands, and the rest of a worker's body are vulnerable to work-related injuries, feet are also more likely to suffer from professional risks. There are two general types of foot injuries that workers may experience. The first type derives from sprains, punctures, lacerations and crushing, which determine approximately 10% of reported disabling injuries, while the second type, which causes 15% of disabilities, derives from trips, slips and falls. Working on hard surfaces, exposure to dangerous chemicals, and lifting weights that could fall also pose risks to workers' feet. Apart from these, the feet, which bear the majority of the body weight, are also likely to suffer from pain and discomfort due to fatigue, ingrown toenails, calluses, bunions, arthritis and fungal infections. These common foot problems may be related to the demands of work, ill-fitting shoes and long periods of standing. Strategies to Prevent Foot Injuries Different types of jobs and workplaces pose various risks to workers' feet and these need to be identified to prevent foot injuries. The Canadian ...