If you have diabetes, you may be at risk for developing kidney disease, cardiovascular problems, circulatory deficits, and poor wound healing. Because of this, seeing your primary care physician regularly is essential. In addition, visiting your podiatrist can lower your risk for developing foot problems related to elevated blood sugar levels. Here are some diabetic foot care options your foot surgeon in Bolingbrook may provide.
Neuropathy Assessment
Diabetes can raise your risk of developing neuropathy, also known as nerve damage. Neuropathy can cause pain, numbness, and tingling sensations in your feet. Foot neuropathy can dangerous because it can cause loss of sensation in your feet.
If you lose sensation in your feet and toes, you may develop balance problems and if you cut your foot, you may be unaware that you have an injury. Your foot surgeon in Bolingbrook can perform a comprehensive examination to assess your feet for neuropathy so that an effective treatment plan can be implemented.
Nail Trimming
Because people with diabetes can develop nerve damage in their feet, they may be unable to feel if they have nipped their skin when trimming their toenails. Diabetics may also be at a higher risk for developing soft tissue infections and slow wound healing if they accidentally nip their skin when cutting their toenails. It is for these reasons that you should rely on your foot doctor for safely trimming your toenails.
To schedule an appointment with a foot doctor, visit Suburban Foot & Ankle Associates today.
