Too many people neglect their feet and often wait until there is already a problem before they visit their podiatrist. This can expose them to serious complications, especially if they suffer from diabetes. Learn more about diabetic foot care by reaching out to your podiatrist, Dr. Gregory Cardinal of Podiatrist in Motion in Alexandria, VA, serving residents of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Reston, Leesburg, and Warrenton, VA, and surrounding areas including Washington, DC, and Maryland.

Neuropathy

Over time, diabetes can cause diabetic neuropathy, a condition characterized by nerve damage that affects the legs and feet. This affects diabetic patients in several ways, typically as it relates to foot wounds and ulcers.

Wounds and Ulcers

If you suffer from diabetes, small injuries to your feet are more likely to go unnoticed, and because diabetes can also make these harder to heal on their own they can become infected foot ulcers.

Foot ulcers can quickly deteriorate and become a serious problem as the infection spreads. Amputations are one of the possible serious consequences of untreated foot ulcers.

How Your Podiatrist Can Help

Visiting your podiatrist regularly is very important if you suffer from diabetes. They can make footwear recommendations and prescribe custom orthotics that can reduce your chances of developing foot problems that result from pressure and friction.

They can also assist in toenail trimming to help you prevent potential issues like ingrown toenails, which can quickly become dangerous to patients with diabetes.

Regular check-ups with your podiatrist can make sure that wounds are treated early before they become infected, and can also help prevent many other foot problems and complications.

Diabetic Foot Care in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Reston, Leesburg, Warrenton, VA, and Surrounding areas including Washington, DC, and Maryland

You can dial (703) 879-5155 if you are interested in diabetic foot care and want to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cardinal of Podiatrist in Alexandria, VA, serving residents of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Reston, Leesburg, Warrenton, VA, and surrounding areas including Washington, DC, and Maryland.