Diabetic Foot Assessment
Diabetes can increase the risk of developing foot problems, particularly when there are changes to sensation or circulation. Regular foot assessment allows potential problems to be identified early and provides personalised advice to help protect your feet.
Why is diabetic foot care important?
Diabetes can affect the nerves and blood supply to the feet. Reduced sensation may mean that an injury, blister or pressure area goes unnoticed, while reduced circulation can affect the body’s ability to heal.
What does a diabetic foot assessment involve?
Your assessment may include checking your skin and nails, testing sensation, assessing circulation and looking for signs of pressure, deformity or other factors that may increase your risk of foot complications.
Following your assessment, we can explain your individual level of risk and provide personalised advice on daily foot care, footwear, skin and nail care and when to seek further medical attention.
How can we help?
We can provide professional foot care and help you understand how to look after your feet safely. We can also identify potential problems early and advise when referral to your GP, diabetes team or other healthcare professional is appropriate.
If you have diabetes, regular foot checks are an important part of protecting your feet. You should seek prompt medical advice if you notice a new wound, ulcer, infection, significant colour or temperature change, swelling or any other sudden change in your foot.