Diabetes
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Diabetes
Diabetes among some other health conditions can damage the nerve endings and blood supply in the feet, making them vulnerable to damage and slow to heal.
In particular high pressure areas on the foot can easily ulcerate. Diabetes wound care accounts for approximately £1billion pounds of NHS spending every year. With the rate of amputation in diabetes being high, and the mortality rate following amputation sadly being only 5 years, wouldn’t it be amazing if we can prevent more ulcers from happening?
Well, we can! By identifying high pressure areas early on, and taking steps to reduce that pressure, combined with specific diabetes footcare advice from a podiatrist, regular foot screening and maintenance care, we can reduce the risk of ulceration and keep people out of hospital and living well.
There are a number of key benefits to podiatry, including:
Reassurance that podiatry is regulated and audited by the Health and Care Professions Council
Confidence that we have the knowledge and skills to fix problems and help you walk comfortably
Our assessments are repeated annually so we catch problems early
