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Tips to Keep Diabetic Feet Healthy

  • Never wear shoes with thin soles, open toes, slippers or sandals
  • Always wear socks. Thick white socks are best to absorb perspiration, protect the feet, and show blood or drainage if a wound develops.
  • Avoid shoes made from stiff, synthetic material (canvas, vinyl, or plastic), or shoes with a lot of stitching, because this will not stretch to conform to your feet.
  • Choose laced shoes made from soft compliant material, with a firm sole and plenty of width and height in the toe box. People eligible for Medicare can get prescription shoes for very little cost once a year.
  • Inspect your feet three times a day including in between the toes. If your knees or hips are too stiff to allow you to see the soles of your feet, use a mirror. If your eyesight is poor, ask a friend, spouse, or family member to help.
  • Never walk barefoot, even in the house or bathroom. Frequently, diabetic people develop serious wounds in their feet from stepping on small objects in the house.
  • Moisturize your feet with lotion daily, but avoid getting lotion between the toes.
  • Do not pare calluses or trim thickened toenails yourself. Get professional help.
  • See your doctor at the first sign of trouble, such as unexplained swelling, warmth, redness, discoloration, wounds, bleeding, or drainage.

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