Diabetic Foot Care

Understanding Diabetic Foot Care

Living with diabetes means paying special attention to the health of your feet. High blood sugar levels can damage nerves and reduce blood flow over time, increasing the risk of infections, ulcers, and even serious complications like amputation. That’s why proper diabetic foot care is an essential part of diabetes management.

Routine monitoring and early intervention can prevent small issues from becoming serious problems. With the right care, most diabetes-related foot complications are avoidable.

What to Look For

• Numbness, tingling, or burning sensations in the feet
• Cuts, blisters, or sores that don’t heal
• Swelling, redness, or warmth—especially around a wound
• Dry, cracked skin, particularly around the heels
• Thickened or ingrown toenails
• Changes in skin color or temperature

What Causes It?

Diabetic foot complications are often caused by two key issues: neuropathy (nerve damage) and poor circulation. Neuropathy reduces your ability to feel pain, heat, or injury—meaning a small cut or blister can go unnoticed and become infected. At the same time, reduced blood flow slows down healing, making even minor wounds more serious.

Pressure points caused by ill-fitting shoes, foot deformities, or changes in skin structure can also contribute to calluses, ulcers, and infections.

When to Seek Help

If you have diabetes and notice any signs of foot injury—no matter how small—it's important to see a podiatrist right away. Prompt treatment can prevent infections and serious complications. Routine check-ups are also recommended, even if you’re not currently experiencing problems, as many issues can develop silently.

How We Diagnose and Treat It

At Premier Foot & Ankle Specialists, we provide comprehensive diabetic foot evaluations. This includes checking circulation, sensation, skin condition, and identifying pressure points that could lead to complications.



Treatment may include wound care, debridement, offloading pressure with custom orthotics or diabetic shoes, and nail or skin care to prevent injury. We also offer education and guidance to help you care for your feet at home—empowering you to take control of your foot health and overall well-being.

If you have diabetes, regular foot care should be part of your health routine. Schedule an appointment with Premier Foot & Ankle Specialists today to stay ahead of complications and keep your feet healthy, strong, and protected.