Diabetic Foot Care Tips
- Make an appointment for an evaluation if you suffer from any injury or have signs of infection.
- Do not trim nails or shave calluses on you own without approval from your Doctor
- Do not use chemicals, vinegar soaks, or other acidic corn removers on your feet.
- Use supportive wide shoe gear with high toe boxes made of soft leather materials.
- Use clean, supportive cotton socks daily.
- Avoid soaking your feet unless approved by your Doctor.
- Examine your feet daily for any abnormal changes. Use a mirror to check the bottom of your feet.
- Examine your shoes inside and out for any foreign objects. Feel inside your shoe with your hand for any irregularities.
- Do not smoke tobacco products. It decreases blood flow to your feet and legs and causes other medical problems.
- Do not warm feet with external heat sources such as radiators and heating pads to avoid burns. Check water temperature before bathing.
- Use skin moisturizer daily. Avoid putting cream in between toes.
- Never walk barefoot.
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