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How to Treat a Burn on the Top of the Foot

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Walli Carranza

A burn to the top of the foot can be caused by contact with hot water or grease, from chemicals that fall on the foot or any hot object that touches the sensitive top surface of the foot.

Walli Carranza is a professor, author, Certified Professional Coach and national speaker who brings medical and educational discoveries to front-line providers and the public alike. Her writings include "Six Seasons of Optimal Wellness," "8 Realms of Life by Intention," "Zero Balance Day" and "Body ReCreation." Carranza holds a Doctor of Nursing from the University of Texas, Austin.