Guidelines for Skin Care/Diabetic Foot Care
SHOES
- BUY only shoes that fit your feet! Have new shoes fit by a professional. Walk around in shoes. Inspect both feet in and out of the shoes to be sure of fit.
- BUY new shoes late in the day. Feet swell and shoes that fit in the morning may be too tight later.
- CHOOSE shoes with soft leather or athletic-type material that can mold to the shape of your feet.
- NEVER buy sandals or shoes with open toes.
- NEVER wear new shoes more than two hours at a time.
- ALWAYS inspect the inside of your shoes before wearing.
GENERAL CARE & HYGIENE:
- INSPECT your feet daily. Use a mirror and pay close attention to soles and between toes. Ask a family member to help for extra careful inspection.
- WASH your feet daily. Test the water first with your forearm or elbow to be sure it is not too hot.
- IF your feet are dry, apply moisturizing cream immediately after bathing. Don’t get the cream between your toes.
- DO NOT use garters or elastics to hold socks.
- DO NOT use garters or elastics to hold socks.
- NEVER go barefoot, either indoors or outdoors.