Friday, June 4, 2010

Diabetic Education

General Education for Diabetics:



Avoid any at home care for nails and calluses


Avoid constrictive bandages


Avoid open toed or opened back shoes


Be careful with adhesives and tape on the diabetic insensate foot


Buy shoes at the end of the day when the feet are the largest


Check the bath temperature before submerging the feet


Diabetics with impaired vision need someone to inspect there feet daily


Do not use chemical substances for removing corns or calluses


Dry the feet and between the toes thoroughly after showers


Inspect the feet and toes daily for any lesions


Inspect the shoes for objects before placing on feet


Never walk barefooted


Professional nail care at a podiatry office with regular visits


Protect the feet from sunburn


The use of a high toe box to accommodate hammertoes


The use of an insert to accommodate any lesions


The use of shoes with a wide toe box with extra depth


The use of water based lotion daily without moistening between the toes


Wear a shoe with an appropriate fit to avoid friction which can cause blisters



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