Diabetes can have a serious impact on foot health by reducing blood flow and damaging nerves, leading to numbness and sores that will not heal. Without proper care, these wounds can become infected and cause further complications. To protect your feet, wash them daily in warm water, dry thoroughly, and keep the skin soft with gentle moisturizers. Wear comfortable shoes and clean socks to prevent injury, and avoid walking barefoot. Additionally, limiting alcohol intake can help improve circulation. A chiropodist can check for nerve damage, assess circulation to the feet, and provide advice on daily foot care. If you have diabetes and notice foot changes, it is suggested that you are under the care of a chiropodist who can help you to manage this serious condition.
Diabetes can cause serious problems in the lower limbs if proper preventive measures are not taken and diabetic wound care is not performed. If you would like to learn more about caring for diabetic feet, please consult with one of the chiropodists from Complete Family Footcare & Therapy. Our clinicians can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility.
Diabetes can lead to a host of foot and ankle complications, including:
- Poor circulation
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Diabetic foot wounds and ulcers
- Infection
- Corns and calluses
- Dry, cracked skin
- Nail disorders
- Hammertoes
- Bunions
- Charcot foot
If you have diabetes, you must be vigilant of any changes in your foot health. This is best done through daily foot inspections. Using a mirror to help you if necessary, look for any:
- Cuts, scrapes, sores, or wounds
- Bruising or discoloration
- Swelling
- Rash
- Foul odor
- Nail changes
- Hair loss
- Warmth and inflammation
- Deformities
- Lower limb pain
- Strange sensations (numbness, tingling, burning, pins, and needles)
If you detect anything unusual, seek the care of a chiropodist as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our offices located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
