Goal: To increase/maintain awareness of foot health and its importance to diabetics.

  • Evaluate your current routine/practices of foot care.
    • Blood glucose control (under a maximum of 140 mg/dL or 7.8 mmol/l), < 6.5% A1C.
    • Daily inspection for abnormalities
    • Daily washing and moisturizing
    • Correct toenail trimming and culticle care
  • Adjust goals/strategies for your foot care, as needed.
  • Read/re-read the following:

“Foot Care”
https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.wordpress.com/diabetes-basics/foot-care/

“How to Avoid Infections from Nail Salons” [PDF]
https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.files.wordpress.com/2017/08/howtoavoidinfectionsfromnailsalons.pdf

Healthy Feet for a Healthy Life
35 podiatrists put together tips for healthy feet
http://www.villagepodiatrycenters.com/news-events/april-national-foot-health-awareness-month

Foot Health Awareness Month, diabetes foot complications, gangrene, sprained ankle, and smelly feet
April is Foot Health Awareness Month
http://www.belmarrahealth.com/foot-health-awareness-month-diabetes-foot-complications-gangrene-sprained-ankle-smelly-feet/

More Information: Foot Care