Diabetic Foot Assessment​

 

Taking care of your feet is especially crucial if you have diabetes. Despite this, it's one of the most underappreciated components of diabetes management.

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High blood glucose levels are common in diabetics, which might impair your circulation and brain system. Peripheral neuropathy is caused by a loss in blood supply to your feet, which damages your nerve endings.

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Peripheral neuropathy can cause insensitivity, which means you won't be able to feel pain or tell if something is hot or cold. As a result, if you have a little cut, ache, or wound, you may not detect it. Furthermore, poor circulation makes it harder for your body to recover, so even a minor issue left untreated can result in significant problems such as foot ulcers, infections, and even amputation.

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Loss of balance and coordination, as well as muscle weakness in the feet, are other symptoms of peripheral neuropathy.