5 Tips For Caring For Diabetic Feet

If you have diabetes, it is extremely important to take care of your feet. That’s because diabetes can cause nerve damage and reduce blood flow to your feet, which can lead to serious problems like infections, ulcers, and even amputation. Here are five tips for taking care of your diabetic feet.

Check your feet every day for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling

Diabetes can cause problems with your feet, including nerve damage and poor blood circulation. These problems can lead to cuts, blisters, and infections. So it’s important to check your feet every day for any redness, swelling, or cuts. If you see anything wrong, be sure to call your podiatrist right away.

Wash them with mild soap and warm water every day

Wash your feet with mild soap and warm water every day, and keep an eye out for any cuts or scrapes that could become infected. It’s also important to make sure your feet are always well- moisturized, so they don’t get cracked and painful.

Moisturise them with lotion (but not between toes)

One important step in foot care is moisturizing them with lotion, but it's important to do it correctly. You should avoid putting lotion between your toes, as this can lead to fungal infections. Instead, focus on applying lotion to the tops and bottoms of your feet. This will help keep them soft and healthy-looking.

Wear proper-fitting shoes

One of the most important things you can do to take care of your feet is to wear proper-fitting shoes. Shoes that are too tight or too loose can cause problems. Ill-fitting shoes can rub and irritate your skin, and may even cause blisters, corns or ulcers. Choose shoes that fit well and offer plenty of support and cushioning.

*This blog contains general information about medical conditions and is not advice. You must not rely upon the information in this blog as medical advice. Medical advice should always be sought from an appropriately qualified podiatrist such as ourselves.