Sores and small cuts do not heal properly. They take a long time to recover. If your blood sugar is not under control, you can even completely lose sensations in your feet. Diabetes can further make your skin dry, and heels crack.

Another significant risk is infection. Fungus or germs can get inside small cracks or cuts. In case you have an infection, you need to get early treatment in order to prevent it from spreading.

General Care Instructions for Diabetic Foot

• Wear shoes that fit properly:-

Your shoe needs to be ½ inch longer than the longest toe, and it must be as wide as the foot.

• Diabetic Socks:-

Diabetic socks improve your feet’s blood flow. It prevents fungal infections by keeping your feet dry. Moreover, it acts as cushion-like support that keeps the feet healthy and free of injuries.

• Burns, Sores, Bumps, and Cuts:-

If you think you have a minor foot problem like cuts, bumps, sores, and burns, do not wait to get the right treatment. Problems such as calluses and corns require the intervention of a doctor or a podiatrist.

• Be Careful when you exercise:-

In case you have sores on the feet, do not exercise. Ask your doctor which type of activity is best suitable for you.

• Moisturize dry feet:-

Moisturize if your feet are dry to prevent cracks on your foot.

• Do not smoke:-

Smoking restricts the flow of blood in your feet.

Conclusion

If you want treatment for your diabetic foot, you can reach out to Dr. Chetan Oswal at Orthowin Foot and Ankle Clinic in Pune.

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Risk factors of diabetic foot ulcers

• Shoes of poor quality or poor fit
• Improper toenail trimming
• Use of tobacco that inhibits your blood circulation
• Consumption of alcohol
• Poor hygiene; not washing thoroughly or regularly, or not drying your feet after you are done washing
• Kidney disease
• Heart disease
• Obesity

How to prevent diabetic foot ulcers?

• Inspect feet daily:-

Check the foot each day for swelling, tenderness, redness, sores, cracks, cuts, and blisters.

• Do not remove foot lesions or calluses yourself:-

Contact a foot specialist or doctor to remove your lesions. To prevent any injury, do not use cut warts, bunions, corns, calluses by yourself with scissors or blades.

• Wear dry and clean socks:-

You can wear cotton socks that can absorb sweat easily thereby reducing the risk of infection.

• Carefully trim toenails:-

Trim your nails straight. File the sharp ends with an emery board. Ask for any assistance when required.

• Do not smoke:-

Smoking prohibits proper blood circulation and lowers the oxygen amount in the blood. These can lead to poor healing and severe wounds.

• Regular check-up of the foot:-

Your podiatrist or foot doctor will be able to detect any signs of early nerve damage, foot problem, or poor circulation.

• Proper fitting shoe
• Wash feet daily

Conclusion

If you are suffering from a diabetic foot ulcer, you can contact Dr. Chetan Oswal at Orthowin Foot and Ankle Clinic in Pune to get the necessary treatment.

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