Diabetic Foot Care Tips

If your loved one has diabetes, be sure to take foot care seriously.

• Never soak your feet.
• Never apply heat of any kind to your feet.
• Never cut your own toenails, refer to a podiatrist or medical doctor.
• Never go barefoot.
• Never assume that the circulation or sensation in your feet is normal.
• Never use strong medications on your feet (be careful of over-the- counter preparations).
• Never allow corns or calluses to go untreated.
• Never perform bathroom surgery on your feet.
• Never wear shoes that do not fit properly.
• Always wear white socks, as colored socks contain dyes.
• Wear acrylic fiber socks, which are actually more absorbent than cotton as it "wicks" moisture way from the skin.
• Never keep your feet too moist or dry.
• Seek medical attention immediately if you have any questions about or problems with your feet.