5 Steps to Diabetic Foot Care

By Sondra Forsyth

The following five tips from the Mayo Clinic can help people with diabetes keep their feet healthy:

1. Inspect and wash you feet daily

2. Be careful when you trim nails

3. Wear properly fitting shoes

4. Don’t go barefoot

5. Take steps to manage your diabetes by eating right, exercising, monitoring blood sugar, and regularly taking your medications.

And if you do notice any soars on your feet, act fast and see your health care

Watch the Mayo Clinic Minute video on diabetic foot care here.