Diabetic feet matter

Having diabetes means you’re at much greater risk of developing foot problems.

This is because raised blood glucose, also known as blood sugar, can damage the sensation in your feet. 

It can also affect your circulation, which can mean blood cannot flow around your body properly, especially to your feet. Without a good blood supply, you may have problems with cuts and sores healing. You may also get cramps and pain in your legs or feet. These are just some of the signs of a serious foot problem.

If you do not get these problems treated, they could lead to foot ulcers, infections and, at worst, amputations. Most foot problems can be prevented with good, regular foot care. So you need to know how to look after your feet  at home. And make sure you get a quality foot check from a healthcare professional  at least once a year.

This might all seem hard to remember or understand. That’s why the simple guide below can be help.

Some useful websites which include the information used in this blog are diabetes.org.uk and diabetes.co.uk.