Foot care for people with Diabetes
Foot and leg problems are very common for people with Diabetes. Problems with the feet and legs can be very difficult to treat if they are not detected and managed early.
Diabetes can cause decrease circulation in the feet and lower legs which means any wounds sustained can take a very long time to heal. Diabetes can also cause nerve damage in the extremities, also known as ‘diabetic neuropathy’. This can make the feet less sensitive to pain or to extreme temperatures, meaning that wounds such as cuts, abrasions or burns may go unnoticed.
