Diabetic foot care
Many people with diabetes are entirely unaware that they need to take special care of their feet and visit a podiatrist if problems arise. Higher levels of blood glucose can damage the nerve endings in many areas of the body and organs, which is why tight blood glucose control is an essential aspect of diabetes care.
Why is Podiatry so important for people managing their diabetes?
- Diabetes causes nerve damage known as peripheral neuropathy
- Diabetes affects the circulation
- People with diabetes are more prone to infection
- Diabetes complications can also affect the feet
- Diabetes can affect the joints and make them stiffer
These conditions are common with diabetic patients
- Damage to the foot
- Foot ulcers
- Foot infections
- Charcot’s joints