Allow Dr. Amberly Paradoa, Dr. Timothy Caballes, and Dr. Robby Caballes of Advanced Foot & Ankle of Indian River to help if you require diabetic foot care in Vero Beach, and Sebastian, FL.
Understanding Why Diabetic Foot Care Is Essential
Diabetes can cause numerous complications. Among the most concerning complications include elevated risk for heart attacks, kidney problems, and blindness. When discussing the complications of diabetes, we cannot overlook its potential impact on your feet. Diabetes can be bad for your feet for two reasons.
First off, diabetes can be troublesome because it increases the chances of nerves in your feet and legs sustaining damage. Your feet will grow numb if that happens. That numbness will make it harder for you to tell if there’s something wrong with your feet.
The onset of diabetes is also bad news for your feet because it reduces blood flow. If you have poor blood flow to your feet, the skin covering those parts of your body may dry out. Any wounds that form on your feet will also take longer to heal because oxygenated blood is not reaching them quickly enough.
Nerve damage and reduced blood flow affecting your feet can lead to serious complications. Unless you notice the wounds and infections in time, they may damage your feet to the point where medication no longer works.
Learn more about diabetic foot care in Vero Beach, and Sebastian, FL by consulting with Dr. Paradoa, Dr. Timothy Caballes, and Dr. Robby Cabales of Advanced Foot & Ankle of Indian River.
Proper Diabetic Foot Care Practices
So, what does proper diabetic foot care entail? For starters, you must develop a habit of inspecting your feet for wounds regularly. Be thorough during your inspections to ensure that your feet are fine.
You should also refrain from walking barefoot. Even if you’re at home, you should wear slippers to avoid being wounded by a sharp object on the ground. Washing your feet daily is also an essential part of diabetic foot care. Use lukewarm water, mild soap, and a soft washcloth to clean your feet gently.
Something as simple as the way you cut your toenails also matters if you have diabetes. Try to cut your toenails straight across and don’t leave them too short. Trimming that way will prevent ingrown toenails and the complications they cause. Regularly checking in with your foot doctor is also an important part of diabetic foot care.
Call (772) 299-7009 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Paradoa, Dr. Timothy Caballes, and Dr. Robby Cabales of Advanced Foot & Ankle of Indian River and get expert diabetic foot care in Vero Beach, and Sebastian, FL.