A six monthly foot assessment by your podiatrist will help to detect any changes early - before they become a problem.
In an assessment, your podiatrist will examine your circulation by feeling foot pulses. They will also examine sensation by testing reflexes, vibration and pressure sensitivity.
Your podiatrist will also look for general foot conditions which may lead to future problems.
To Prevent Problems:
- Protect your feet from injury
- Inspect your feet every day (your podiatrist can show you how)
- See your podiatrist immediatly if something is not healing
As A General Guide:
- Maintain acceptable blood suger level control
- Don't smoke
- Exercise regularly
- Avoid barefoot walking
- Keep your feet clean
- Wear well-fitting shoes
- Cut and file nails carefully
- Have corns, calluses and other foot problems treated by a podiatrist
- Seek your podiatrist's advice before using a commercial corn cure
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