How your podiatrists in Olney, Camp Springs, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD, can help your feet
If you have diabetes, regular visits to your podiatrist are very important. That’s because diabetes can cause major problems with your body’s systems, resulting in serious issues occurring in your toes and feet.
The podiatrists at Family Foot & Ankle provide comprehensive podiatry care, including diabetic foot care. They have several convenient office locations in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel and Maple Lawn, MD, to help your feet feel better.
Having diabetes can be complicated, and you need to know the facts about how it can affect your feet. These are a few frequently asked questions and answers about diabetic foot care:
What can happen to my feet when I have diabetes?
Your immune, circulatory, and nervous systems are all impaired, which means:
- You can injure your feet and you may not feel the injury
- You can have nerve pain in your feet, known as peripheral neuropathy
- Small cuts and blisters might not heal and can turn into diabetic ulcers
- Blood circulation decreases which might cause tissue death, resulting in foot or toe amputations
What do I need to do to take care of my feet when I am a diabetic?
Daily foot care is vitally important. Your routine should include:
- Stretching and exercising your ankles, feet, and toes to improve circulation
- Washing, drying, and applying moisturizer to your feet and ankles
- Checking your feet, looking for any cuts, sores, or blisters
- Applying antibiotic cream and bandages to any foot or toe injuries
- Wearing breathable socks and comfortable shoes to protect your feet and toes
- Remember not to go barefoot
How can my podiatrist help me care for my diabetic feet?
You should visit your podiatrist at least once each year when you have diabetes. Your podiatrist can:
- Examine your feet and toes for any injuries
- Evaluate the blood flow to your feet and toes
- Evaluate the nerve function in your feet and toes
To learn more about how to take care of your feet when you are diabetic, talk with the experts. Call the podiatrists at Family Foot & Ankle. Schedule an appointment for the Kensington, MD, office by calling (301) 942-8110, or call (301) 924-5044 to reach the Olney, MD, office, (301) 868-7670 for the Camp Springs office (also serving Clinton, MD), (301) 439-0300 for the Silver Spring, MD, office, or (301) 317-6800 for the Laurel and Maple Lawn, MD offices.