The right foot care for diabetes: it's all about that

"I'll see when my next appointment with the podiatrist is." Ever since Ellen P. found out that she has diabetes, she has made sure that she visits the podiatrist every four to six weeks. This is because proper foot care is essential for diabetes to prevent ingrown nails and to detect the first pathological changes that are typical of diabetes at an early stage.

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via Sabrina
02/01/2017, 16:58
Der Podologe schneidet Nägel, entfernt Hornhaut und Schwielen und massiert die Füße.© iStock
The podiatrist cuts nails, removes calluses and calluses and massages the feet.

Foot care for diabetes should not be neglected

Unfortunately, not all diabetics are as conscientious and give their feet the attention they need. However, those who neglect medical foot care for diabetes increase the risk of chronic wounds developing over time that are difficult to treat.

The reason: diabetes also damages the nerves and blood vessels in the feet over time. Especially if the blood sugar is poorly controlled. This worsens the blood circulation. And because of the nerve damage, small injuries are no longer noticed and can develop into larger wounds.

Medical foot care can be prescribed by a doctor for diabetics

And this is exactly what needs to be prevented. Among other things, a balanced diet, regular exercise and, if necessary, medication can help. It is also important for diabetics to check their feet daily for changes and apply cream regularly. If the doctor detects nerve and vascular damage, he or she can prescribe a visit to the podiatrist and the insurance company will cover the costs. If you pay yourself, you can expect to pay between 20 and 60 euros per appointment, depending on the region.