Please read the first part to improve the understanding of this article.
Now that we know the common reasons for getting foot problems in diabetics, it is easier to understand preventive measures.
PLEASE NOTE – Even after getting diabetic foot problems and amputation in one foot, many people ignore the preventive measures for the simple reason that these tips sound simple, cost little, and are too easy to follow. Hence, our experience is that 50% of the people with treated diabetic foot problems come back again with another foot problem within a short period of time.
1. Spend one minute daily to check your feet –
If you have no time or skills for anything else, just spend one minute in checking your feet and legs daily. The side below (sole) is the most important part to be checked. Check for early signs of diabetic foot problems 
2. Corns and callosity and warts –
These thickened skin patches are many times early signs of impending foot problem (link to http://diabeticfootsurgeon.in/prevention-services/). They should not be ignored but treated immediately (link to http://diabeticfootsurgeon.in/surgical-services/).
3. Foot hygiene –
Wash your feet regularly. Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Use Moisturizer on feet and legs. Coconut oil is usually considered safe and is easily available.
4. Avoid burning with hot water –
Avoid burning your feet. Dipping feet in hot water is definitely to be avoided.
5. Nail care –
Nails should be cut horizontally. Many infections start here. Follow right method of cutting nails. Learn how to… (link to http://diabeticfootsurgeon.in/prevention-services/).
6. Footwear –
Invest in footwear. Using appropriate footwear is by far the most effective method of preventing foot ulcers and infections. The best footwear for an average diabetic person in India is a sport shoe that is bigger by one size. Beware of the so called specialized, branded or customized shoes, specially made for diabetics. Wear socks 24 hours. Learn more about footwear…(link to http://diabeticfootsurgeon.in/footwear-services/).
7. Dressings –
Avoid any special creams/massage. Please avoid any experiments and any magic potions; simple saline is the safest solution for any dressing. Most other antiseptics may do more harm than good. Learn more about dressing…(link to http://diabeticfootsurgeon.in/prevention-services/).
8. Smoking –
Avoid smoking, or tobacco in any form. It has a bad effect on the blood flow to the feet and elsewhere.
9. Regular checkup at foot clinic –
You check your blood sugar, blood pressure, heart and kidney, and then why not check your feet as well.
10. Diabetes and general health –
Last but not the least, keeping your body healthy and taking necessary medical treatment for all medical problems including diabetes, kidney, heart, blood pressure, cholesterol goes a long way to prevent onset of foot complications.
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