How your podiatrists in Olney, Silver Spring, Camp Springs, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD, can help your feet when you are diabetic
Your feet are important, but if you have diabetes, it can dramatically affect the health of your feet. Diabetes affects nearly every system in your body, including the immune, circulatory, and nervous systems, causing problems with your feet. Fortunately, your podiatrist can help.
The podiatrists at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland offer comprehensive foot care services, including treatment of diabetic feet. They have several convenient office locations in Olney, Silver Spring, Camp Springs, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD, to help you and your feet feel better.
You can do a lot to protect the health of your feet when you are diabetic. Remember to:
- Wash your feet daily with mild soap and water
- Dry your feet thoroughly and apply moisturizing cream or lotion
- Examine your feet thoroughly, looking for blisters or cuts
- Apply antibiotic cream to any open sores
- Bandage any open sores to guard against infection
You should also:
- Keep your toenails trimmed straight across to prevent ingrown toenails
- Do gentle foot, ankle, and toe stretches to boost circulation
- Always wear protective, appropriate shoes for the activity you are doing
- Avoid going barefoot to prevent injuries to your feet or toes
You should plan on visiting your podiatrist at least once each year for a thorough foot examination. When you visit your podiatrist regularly, your podiatrist can help prevent you from experiencing:
- The sharp, stabbing pain of diabetic neuropathy
- A small blister or cut from turning into a painful diabetic ulcer
- Lack of blood flow to your toes, feet, or ankles
To learn more about taking care of diabetic feet, talk with the experts. Call the podiatrists at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland. You can reach them in the Olney, Silver Spring, Camp Springs, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD, offices by calling (301) 924-5044, so call now!