Look for cuts, blisters, redness, or swelling
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Wash and dry thoroughly
Especially between toes
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Moisturize (but not between toes)
Prevents cracking
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Wear clean, dry socks
No seams or tight bands
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Never walk barefoot
Even indoors — protect from injury
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Wear well-fitting shoes
No tight spots or rubbing
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See a podiatrist regularly
Every 3–6 months if you have diabetes
🚨 When to See a Doctor
See a healthcare provider immediately if you have:
An open sore or ulcer
Signs of infection (redness, warmth, pus)
Sudden swelling or pain
A foot injury you can’t feel
👉 Don’t wait. Small issues can become emergencies fast.
💬 Final Thoughts: Your Feet Aren’t Just for Walking — They’re Messengers
We ignore foot pain.
We blame it on shoes.
We say, “It’s just aging.”
But sometimes, the difference between “a little discomfort” and “a life-changing complication”…
Isn’t in the wound.
It’s in the warning.
So if you have diabetes — or are at risk — look at your feet every day.
Touch them.
Inspect them.
Protect them.
Because sometimes, the most important message from your body comes from the ground up.
And once you start listening?
You might just save your feet — and your future.
