For Diabetics, Foot Care is Healthcare. We're Your Partner in Prevention.
For individuals with diabetes, regular, professional foot care is not a luxury—it is a critical part of preventing serious complications like ulcers, infections, and amputations.
Why Diabetes Puts Your Feet at Risk
Diabetes can have two major effects on your feet:
- Diabetic Neuropathy (Nerve Damage): High blood sugar can damage the nerves in your feet, causing a loss of sensation. You may not be able to feel a small cut, blister, or sore, allowing it to become a major infection before you even know it's there.
- Peripheral Artery Disease (Poor Circulation): Diabetes can narrow the arteries, reducing blood flow to your feet. Poor circulation makes it harder for wounds to heal, dramatically increasing the risk of ulcers and infections.
This combination of not feeling an injury and being unable to heal it is what makes diabetic foot complications so dangerous.
Our Specialist Diabetic Foot Care Service
Our service is designed to be a proactive, protective partnership in your health. A regular visit with our podiatry specialist includes:
- Comprehensive Foot Examination: We carefully inspect your feet for any signs of trouble, including sores, blisters, calluses, or changes in skin color and temperature.
- Neuropathy Screening: We perform a sensory test using a monofilament to assess the level of nerve sensation in your feet, identifying neuropathy early.
- Safe Nail & Skin Care: Dr. Gautam uses sterile, medical-grade instruments to safely trim your toenails and manage any corns or calluses. This prevents accidental cuts that could lead to infection.
- Patient Education: We teach you how to perform daily self-checks at home, what to look for, and how to choose appropriate diabetic-friendly footwear.
Regular check-ups with a podiatrist can reduce the risk of amputation for people with diabetes by over 80%.
Warning Signs: When to See Us Immediately
If you are diabetic and notice any of the following, book an appointment immediately:
- A cut, blister, or sore that is not healing.
- Redness, warmth, swelling, or a foul odor from your foot.
- A change in the color of your foot.
- Pain or cramping in your calves when walking.
Protect Your Future Mobility
Don't wait for a problem to occur. Proactive, professional foot care is one of the most important investments a person with diabetes can make in their long-term health.
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