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Diabetic Foot Care – Podiatrist Springfield

Get effective tips to take care of your feet and to prevent future feet complications. Contact the expert foot doctors of Essex Union Podiatry in Springfield today!

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Diabetic Foot Care – Podiatrist Springfield

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  1. Diabetic patients frequently suffer from foot problems such as cold feet ulceration, calluses, corns and much more foot hitches…  If you have diabetes you are more likely to have foot problems. In this case, prevention is the key to reduce diabetic foot complications. So let’s begin taking care of your feet by knowing do’s and don’ts:

  2. Do wash your feet every day. Use Luke warm water and mild soap to clean your feet. Then dry your feet carefully especially between toes. Do Don’t soak or scrub your feet. People with diabetes have fragile skin, so soaking or scrubbing can cause the skin to break down. Don’t

  3. Do treat dry skin using unscented lotion or petroleum jelly (Vaseline) on your feet. This will take care of skin from cracking and other feet problems. Do Don’t put lotion or Vaseline between your toes. Extra moisture amid toes can lead to infection. Don’t

  4. Do proper care for your feet and toenails. Keep your toenails trimmed straight and use an emery board to smooth the edges. Do Don’t use razors, scissors, or harsh chemicals/tools to trim your toenails. Don’t

  5. Do choose comfortable, close-toed shoes. Try to choose your shoes with enough roomy to wiggle your toes. Do Don’t wear plastic shoes, flip-flops, high heels, or point toed shoes. Don’t

  6. 90 • For more information on how to take care of your feet, • www.essexunionpodiatry.com

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