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Foot-care precautions for people living with diabetes

Author: Alex Rene Ludena Aguilar · Published on · 5 min read

Routine care should be especially conservative and always secondary to medical guidance.

When we must refer you

With neuropathy, poor circulation, ulcers, wounds, infection, swelling, or color or temperature changes, see a physician or licensed podiatrist.

Medical guidance comes first

People living with diabetes should follow the care plan set by their medical team. Any cosmetic or routine service is complementary and never a substitute for that care.

General precautions at home

These general practices are commonly recommended as part of a careful routine:

  • Check the feet daily, including the soles and between the toes.
  • Dry thoroughly after bathing and moisturize intact skin.
  • Avoid walking barefoot and check inside footwear.
  • Do not use sharp tools or abrasive products on your own.
  • Report any wound, blister, or color change to your doctor right away.

How we work

At Ludeña Foot Care we provide routine grooming only on fully intact skin, after a pre-service safety screening and, when appropriate, with medical clearance. This is not diabetic foot treatment, and we do not assess neuropathy or circulation.

Editorial note: this content is general and educational. It is not a substitute for evaluation by a physician or licensed podiatrist. Source review pending client confirmation before publication.

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