7 Tips on How to Protect Diabetic Feet & Prevent Complications
Understanding the Importance of Foot Care for Diabetics
Check Your Feet Daily: Daily foot examination are important for diabetics. Please inspect your feet for signs of diabetic foot problems or abnormalities
Keep Your Feet Clean and Moisturized: Please make sure to clean and moisturize your skin to prevent dryness and cracks. Foot hygiene is critical for diabetic feet.
Wear Properly Fitted Shoes and Socks: Choosing the right shoes for diabetics is important. Diabetic footwear should avoid pressure points and injuries.
Trim Your Toenails Correctly: Proper trimming of nails will reduce the risk of ingrown toenails or infections in diabetic patients.
Avoid Walking Barefoot: Prevent injury by not walking barefoot. Protect your feet from hot pavement or cold weather conditions by wearing proper footwear.
Blood Sugar Management: Maintain good blood sugar control to promote healthy circulation in your feet.
Visit Our Podiatrists: Schedule an appointment with our expert Podiatrist for professional foot care and monitoring.
Take charge of your diabetic foot health with these seven essential tips to prevent complications. Contact our podiatrists, Dr. Stuart Snyder, Dr. Sara Sharma and Dr. Sahar Zadeh. Call (301) 762-3338 today or schedule your appointment online. Maple Springs Foot Center, LLC office is conveniently located Gaithersburg, MD. With access to state-of-the-art technologies.
