How to Prevent Diabetes Foot Complications
Non-healing foot ulcers are common in people with type 2 diabetes. Skin ulcers that result from diabetes foot complications can cause other, more serious problems, such as amputation. You can prevent complications by carefully checking your feet on a daily basis, and having your healthcare provider perform a foot exam once a year.3 In addition, it’s important to find the foot cream that is right for you, and to use it on a daily basis as a part of your foot care routine.
There are many ways that diabetic foot cream can help you keep
your feet healthy. Creams can be used to soothe itchy or dry skin, soften
callused skin, and smooth cracks on the soles of your feet. Some creams also
offer relief from the pain, tingling, and numbness connected to foot
complications.
7 Tips for Taking Care of Your Feet:
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1.Check your feet daily for corns, calluses, open wounds,
bleeding, or infections.
2.Wear properly fitted, comfortable shoes.
3.Avoid walking barefoot.
4.Be very careful when you trim your toenails, and trim straight
across.
5.Wear soft cotton or wool socks to help absorb moisture. And,
wearing white socks makes it easier to identify any sores that may be bleeding.
6.Use moisturizing lotion on the tops and bottoms of dry feet.
Do not use moisturizers between your toes.
7.Avoid soaking your feet in hot water.
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Dr .
Tarik Torki
Diabetic Foot Specialist & Foot Care Specialist
Saudi Arabia – Riyadh
0562154241
Khuris Street – In Front of Pakistanian Airline
Info@diabeticfootarabia.com
0562154241
Khuris Street – In Front of Pakistanian Airline
Info@diabeticfootarabia.com
