How Do You Prevent Diabetic Foot Ulcers?
• Keep your feet clean, washing them every day with mild soap and water. Make sure to dry them properly and not to leave any residue between the toes.’; } s += “”; document.write(s); return; } google_ad_channel = ‘+7733764704+1640266093+9503394424+1730213812+8962074949+8941458308+5658917408+7122150828’ + xchannels + gchans; google_ad_client = “pub-9543332082073187”; google_ad_output = ‘js’; google_ad_type = ‘text’; google_feedback = ‘on’; google_ad_region = “test”; google_ad_format = ‘250x250_as’; //–> • Check your feet daily, looking for any bruises, cuts or any anomalies. • How calluses look Cut your toenails carefully and check if you have calluses. Untrimmed calluses turn into ulcers. • Wear comfortable shoes. Make sure to measure your feet before buying new shoes. Also, avoid heels and pointed toes, as this puts pressure on parts of the foot. • Avoid smoking, as it affects the small blood vessels and make the wounds heal slower. • Exercise, as this improves poor blood circulation
