1. MANAGE YOUR DIABETES:

Work with your health care team to manage all aspects of your diabetes: diet, exercise, medication & supplementation

2: CHECK YOUR FEET EVERY DAY:

  • You may have serious foot problems but feel no pain
  • Visually check for cuts, sores, red spots, swelling and infected toenails

3. WASH YOUR FEET DAILY

  • Wash your feet in warm water everyday without soaking them as this may cause dryness
  • Dry your feet well, especially between the toes

4. KEEP THE SKIN SOFT AND SMOOTH

  • Massage a small amount of Recharge your FEET into feet and legs twice daily
  • Remember, prevention is always better than cure

5. KEEP IT NATURAL

  • Choose the natural product option
  • Petroleum based products may lead to clogged pores

6. WEAR SHOES AND SOCKS AT ALL TIMES

  • Never walk barefoot
  • Wear shoes that are comfortable, fit well and protect your feet
  • Always wear socks, preferably socks that are designed for people with diabetes. Feel the insides of your shoes for objects and make sure the lining is smooth

7. PROTECT YOUR FEET FROM HOT & COLD

  • Wear shoes at the beach and on hot pavements etc
  • Wear socks if your feet get cold in bed
  • Don’t use hot water bottles or heating pads

8. KEEP YOUR BLOOD FLOWING IN YOUR FEET

  • Put your feet up when sitting.
  • Wiggle your toes and move your ankles up and down for 5 minutes twice a day
  • Do not cross your legs for long periods of times
  • Use a foot cream that promotes circulation such as Recharge your FEET

9. BE ACTIVE EVERY DAY

  • Try to get active daily
  • Avoid activities that are hard on the feet
  • Wear athletic shoes that fit well and offer good support
  • Make sure to call your health care professional if a cut, sore, blister or bruise does not start to heal after 1 day

10. VISIT YOUR PODIATRIST REGULARLY TO:

  • Check whether you are at risk of serious foot problems
  • Check the sense of feeling and pulses in your feet
  • To assess your footwear
  • Smooth corns and calluses and trim toenails
  • Show you how to care for your feet at home

11. GET STARTED NOW

  • Set a time everyday to check your feet
  • Make a note of your next doctors appointment