The Diabetic Foot

Written By chris norton

The Diabetic Foot

Norton Podiatry – Professional Foot Care You Can Trust

Living with diabetes means paying special attention to your feet. High blood sugar levels can affect circulation and nerve function, increasing the risk of infections, wounds and complications. With the right care, most foot problems can be prevented.

Why Foot Care Matters in Diabetes

  • Diabetes can reduce feeling in the feet (neuropathy), so injuries may go unnoticed.

  • Poor circulation can slow healing.

  • Small cuts or blisters can quickly become serious without prompt care.

Daily Foot Care Advice

1. Check Your Feet Every Day

Look for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling or hard skin. Use a mirror or ask someone to help if needed. Report anything unusual immediately.

2. Wash and Dry Thoroughly

Wash feet daily using warm (not hot) water. Dry carefully, especially between the toes.

3. Moisturise – But Not Between the Toes

Apply a moisturising cream to keep skin supple, but avoid the spaces between the toes.

4. Wear Proper Footwear

Choose supportive shoes that fit well. Avoid walking barefoot. Check inside your shoes before putting them on.

5. Trim Nails Carefully

Cut nails straight across and file sharp edges. If nail cutting is difficult, book a podiatry appointment.

6. Avoid Corn Plasters and Sharp Tools

Never use over-the-counter corn plasters or attempt to cut hard skin yourself.

7. Keep Blood Sugar Levels Controlled

Good diabetes management helps protect your nerves and circulation.

When to Seek Help

Seek urgent help if you notice:

  • Wounds or blisters that aren’t healing

  • Colour changes (red, blue or black)

  • Swelling, warmth or discharge

  • Increasing pain

  • Hard skin or corns forming

  • Loss of sensation, tingling or burning

Early treatment prevents serious complications.

How Norton Podiatry Can Help

We provide expert diabetic foot assessments, routine care, wound management advice and personalised treatment plans.

Our services include:

  • Diabetic foot checks

  • Nail and skin care

  • Callus and corn removal

  • Footwear and orthotic advice

  • Ongoing diabetic monitoring

  • Treatment for ingrown toenails, fungal nails and painful foot conditions

Book an Appointment

Norton Podiatry
Website: www.thechiropodist.com

Podiatry services for Sutton Coldfield, Erdington and surrounding areas. We also have a practice in Walsall Town Centre

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