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Dos & Don’ts for Diabetic Foot Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Diabetes management and foot care go hand in hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDiabetes can cause nerve damage and poor circulation that puts people at risk for a wide range of foot problems,\u201d says Barry I. Rosenblum, DPM, FACFAS, foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). \u201cFor people with diabetes, small foot problems like minor cuts, corns, calluses and ingrown toenails can turn into serious complications if not addressed quickly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help you prevent diabetes complications, ACFAS is offering the following dos and don\u2019ts of diabetes foot care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Inspect your feet daily — including the bottoms — for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling or nail problems. You may need a mirror or the assistance of a loved one in order to examine your feet from every angle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Regularly moisturize your feet to avoid itching or cracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 See a foot and ankle surgeon for regular foot exams to prevent complications. Ongoing preventive care can reduce the risk of toe or foot amputation by 45-85 percent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Keep the blood flowing to your feet. Wiggle your toes and move your ankles for five minutes, two or three times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Shake out your shoes and feel for objects inside your shoes before wearing them. You may not feel a small foreign object when your shoe is on your foot, particularly if you suffer from diabetic peripheral neuropathy also known as nerve damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Maintain healthy blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can lead to diabetic peripheral neuropathy and Charcot foot, a condition in which the bones of the foot are weakened enough to fracture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t use heating pads, hot water bottles or electric blankets. You can easily burn your feet without noticing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t put your feet in hot water before testing it with your hand first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t try to remove corns or calluses at home. Visit your foot and ankle surgeon for appropriate treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t wear tight, elastic or thick, bulky socks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t let your feet get wet in snow or rain. Wear warm socks and waterproof shoes in the winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t walk barefoot, even at home! You can easily get a scratch or cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTaking proper care of feet is extremely important for those suffering from diabetes,\u201d says Dr. Rosenblum. \u201cFollowing these dos and don\u2019ts and scheduling regular preventive care visits with a foot and ankle surgeon can help keep feet healthy and avoid serious complications.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For other physical activity and fitness support for RV living go to healthyrving.com. eBooks and freebies available at our Healthy U Bookstore.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Dos & Don’ts for Diabetic Foot Care Diabetes management and foot care go hand in hand. \u201cDiabetes can cause nerve damage and poor circulation that puts people at risk for a wide range of foot problems,\u201d says Barry I. Rosenblum, DPM, FACFAS, foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). \u201cFor people with diabetes, small foot problems like minor cuts, corns, calluses and ingrown toenails can turn into serious complications if not addressed quickly.\u201d To help you prevent diabetes complications, ACFAS is offering the following dos and don\u2019ts of diabetes foot care. Do \u2022 Inspect your feet daily — including the bottoms — for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling or nail problems. You may need a mirror or the assistance of a loved one in order to examine your feet from every angle. \u2022 Regularly moisturize your feet to avoid itching or cracking. \u2022 See a foot and ankle surgeon for regular foot exams to prevent complications. Ongoing preventive care can reduce the risk of toe or foot amputation by 45-85 percent. \u2022 Keep the blood flowing to your feet. Wiggle your toes and move your ankles for five minutes, two or three times a day. \u2022 Shake out your shoes and feel for objects inside your shoes before wearing them. You may not feel a small foreign object when your shoe is on your foot, particularly if you suffer from diabetic peripheral neuropathy also known as nerve damage. \u2022 Maintain healthy blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can lead to diabetic peripheral neuropathy and Charcot foot, a condition in which the bones of the foot are weakened enough to fracture. Don\u2019t \u2022 Don\u2019t use heating pads, hot water bottles or electric blankets. You can easily burn your feet without noticing. \u2022 Don\u2019t put your feet in hot water before testing it with your hand first. \u2022 Don\u2019t try to remove corns or calluses at home. Visit your foot and ankle surgeon for appropriate treatment. \u2022 Don\u2019t wear tight, elastic or thick, bulky socks. \u2022 Don\u2019t let your feet get wet in snow or rain. Wear warm socks and waterproof shoes in the winter. \u2022 Don\u2019t walk barefoot, even at home! 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