Diabetic foot care
Diabetes can reduce feeling and circulation in your feet, so regular checks really matter.
Why it matters
Diabetes can affect the nerves and blood supply to your feet. You may not feel a small injury, and it may be slower to heal. Regular checks help find problems early, when they are easiest to treat.
What we check
- Circulation and the pulses in your feet
- Feeling and nerve sensitivity
- Skin, nails and any areas of pressure
- Your footwear and how you care for your feet at home
Get help straight away
A new wound, spreading redness, heat, swelling or discharge in a foot with diabetes needs urgent attention. Contact your diabetes foot team, GP or NHS 111 the same day. Call 999 if you feel seriously unwell.
This is general information and doesn't replace a consultation with a healthcare professional.