Foot Care and Diabetes

If you are diagnosed with diabetes, it can cause problems with your feet because diabetes can cause nerve damage. With nerve damage, you may lose feeling in your feet, which prevents you from knowing when you get sores or other injuries on your feet. Without careful attention to your feet, simple sores or injuries can then lead to serious infection and skin ulcers. Having diabetes can make infections harder to treat and they can then become deep-tissue infections. In extreme cases, this can lead to amputation.

However, there are simple things you can do to take care of your feet and prevent further complications.

• Wash your feet every day with mild soap and lukewarm water. Make sure to dry your feet thoroughly especially between your toes.
• Inspect your feet every day for signs of infection such as redness, blisters, or pus as well as check for swelling, pain, cuts, ingrown toenails, and sores.
• Use lotion on your feet to keep the skin smooth. Use non-medicated powder before putting on your socks and shoes to help keep your feet dry.
• Always wear shoes when you are on your feet. Make sure your shoes fit well and have plenty of room. Choose shoes that are made of breathable material such as leather, canvas, or suede. Replace your shoes when they show signs of wear.
• Cut your toenails straight across to help prevent ingrown nails.
• See your foot doctor to treat any problems, such as corns or calluses.
• Wiggle your toes and move your feet around throughout the day to promote blood circulation in your feet.
• Stay active and include 30 minutes of physical activity in your daily routine.
• See a doctor about any foot problems right away to prevent it from worsening.

Don’t delay and call 888-719-8448 to talk to a Healthpointe doctor to get a check-up. If you feel fatigue or any pain, make an appointment because we are passionate about health, mindfulness, prevention, and helping you achieve a holistic wellbeing. For more information about holistic medicine and the doctors at Healthpointe who can help you live your healthiest life, contact any of the Healthpointe clinics, such as the Temecula by Murrieta, Fallbrook, Wildomar, Canyon Lake, and Sun City.

About Healthpointe:

Healthpointe is a leading multidisciplinary healthcare organization offering a full range of medical services in practice locations throughout Southern California (Los Angeles county, Orange county, San Bernardino county and Riverside county). Healthpointe has locations situated in over 10 cities in Southern California including Corona, which is conveniently located near Norco, Home Gardens, Mira Loma, and Pedley. As a highly regarded musculoskeletal group, we have a personal investment in the highest level of service, and we are proud of our record of excellence over the last four decades with private patients, injured workers, urgent care, personal injuries, and professional and non-professional athletes. Leading our organization is a dynamic team of healthcare professionals who continually strive to be at the forefront of medical innovation and healthcare service delivery. For more information, a complete list of services, and Healthpointe locations, visit https://healthpointe.net.