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Diabetes Tip #3Diabetic Foot CareDiabetic foot complications are the number one cause of nontraumatic foot amputations in the United States and cause one in five diabetics to enter the hospital. Proper foot care can help prevent or delay this occurrenceInspect your feet daily. Visually checking your feet is important, since you may not feel injuries if you have neuropathy. Look for cuts, sores, red spots, infection, swelling, or unusual appearing areas. You can use a mirror to help see the bottom of your feet, or ask a family member or caregiver for help. Set a time daily (such as after your bath or shower). Wash and moisturize your feet daily. Warm (about 90 to 95 degrees) water is best, instead of hot. Dry your feet afterwards, with special attention between the toes (to prevent athlete's feet). Rub a thin layer of a good moisturizer or lotion that does not contain alcohol (which can be drying), avoiding the area between the toes. Moisturizing will help prevent your skin from drying and cracking, which can lead to infection. Also, do not soak your feet, since this will also dry out the skin. |
Diabetes Tip #1 Walking with a friend... what could be better? Morning exercise is recommended. Diabetes Tip #2 As a diabetic, you must always keep yourself well hydrated, and water is best. Diabetes Tip #3 Diabetic foot complications are the number one cause of nontraumatic foot amputations in the United States. More Diabetes Tips:Diabetes Tip #4Candy or toys? Diabetes Tip #5 Feed a cold. Diabetes Tip #6 Enjoy your exercise. Diabetes Tip #7 Hyperglycemia? Diabetes Tip #8 Your sweet tooth. Diabetes Tip #9 Pre-diabetes? Diabetes Tip #10 I hate to exercise. Diabetes Tip #11 Still hate to exercise. Diabetes Tip #12 Handful of nuts. Diabetes Tip #13 Anyone can have diabetes. |
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