What does diabetes have to do with podiatrists and feet?
Many people don’t think “FEET” when they think about DIABETES. But foot issues are one of the most common complications of diabetes and one of the main reasons people come to see us at Blackwood Podiatry.
Diabetes can damage the nerves and/or circulation in your feet which can lead to serious complications such as infection, ulcers, severe foot deformity (Charcot Foot), gangrene or even amputation.
“Because of the loss of sensation in the foot, a person with diabetes is less likely to realise when they’ve injured their foot, as they may not feel the pain.
This means they are less likely to notice and treat an injury, allowing it to progress to a more serious, advanced stage. ”
We know these facts and figures sound scary. But the good news is that with good foot care and diabetes management these significant complications can be avoided.
It’s estimated that up to 80% of diabetes-related amputations can be prevented. Our job in Podiatry is to detect diabetes foot issues EARLY and put steps in place to help you PREVENT significant complications from occurring in your feet.
Below are 8 easy steps that you can do at home to keep your feet in tip-top shape:
8-Steps to Healthy Diabetes Feet
