Foot Problems? Diabetes And Foot Care – Important Facts

Foot problems can become critical in diabetic patients. Hence it is crucial for people with diabetes to take foot care to avoid complications. EuroScrub Foot Scrubber/Safety Mat helps keep feet clean.

What is the link between Diabetes and foot problems?

As the nervous system malfunctions on account of diabetes, the patient may not be able to control or co-ordinate or even feel his or her feet properly. Normal sweat secretion and oil production which lubricate the skin of the feet stops slowly. This leads to development of wounds in the feet.

Diabetic patients in general experience problems with wound healing due to damage of blood vessels and immune deficiencies. This will undoubtedly result in bacterial infections in affected areas. These complications in turn will lead to cell death in the form of tissue decay. If any of the complications are not treated properly or in time, the chances of the infection spreading to the bloodstream are greatly increased with the potential to lead to death.

Problem prevent.

Due to the fact that Diabetics are so prone to foot disorders, extra special attention should be paid to their feet. These can be done in the following ways:

Its absolutely imperative for diabetic patients to:

self-examination of patient feet and early symptom or sign detection,

wash and dry feet thoroughly on a daily basis especially the in- between toe areas,

Use soft loofah sponge for mild application purposes

In case of cuts or wounds, treat them with antiseptics & dress them till they heal

checking feet for cuts, sores, bruises and toenail,

Never walk barefoot even indoors

Choose & wear only correct-fitting footwear

footwear should offer more space,

Avoid pointed toes and high-heeled footwear

exercises and foot massages every day in an attempt to increase blood flow,

use mild foot massagers with greatest of care

Consult a Podiatrist regularly

EuroScrub's Foot Scrubbers and Safety Mats, easily and gently scrubs even hard to reach areas effortlessly. EuroScrub:

Gently but effectively exfoliates dry and dead skin cells off of feet.

Massages the muscles of the foot thus stimulating blood circulation, which is so critical for diabetics.

Scrubber material contains anti-bacterial as well as anti-fungal agents to assist hygiene.

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September 23 2009 | Skin Care | No Comments »