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Foot care for people with diabetes is a sensitive issue for many people, as the disease also poses a certain risk to foot health.

You can find out what suitable foot care for diabetics looks like and what you should pay particular attention to in our comprehensive guide .

Why is medical foot care essential for diabetics?

In diabetes, not only is the metabolism disrupted , but blood circulation is also impaired . This makes those affected particularly susceptible to injuries and delayed wound healing.

The risk of infections in the legs and feet is also increased in diabetes. This can lead to diabetic foot syndrome (diabetic foot for short).

That is why regular medical foot care is essential for diabetics. It helps to avoid complications such as diabetic foot. Professional diabetic foot care should only be carried out in an approved podiatry practice .

In contrast to cosmetic foot care, medical professionals are trained in issues such as diabetic feet.

Why is medical foot care essential for diabetics?

What are the risks and dangers of diabetes in foot care?

Diabetes mellitus is often associated with a diabetic foot, which is characterized by the following symptoms:

Increased risk of injury
Nerve damage
Dry, cracked skin
Risk of infection
Delayed wound healing

How diabetes increases the risk of injuries

Diabetic feet are associated with an increased risk of injury . The often high blood sugar levels can lead to damage to the nerves and blood vessels.

This impairs the sensation of pain and those affected do not feel any injuries to their feet. Doctors refer to this as polyneuropathy, a diabetic nerve disorder that can lead to numbness .

How diabetes can lead to dry, cracked skin

Dry feet are also not uncommon in people with diabetes. Neuropathy (nerve damage) limits the production of sweat and the skin on the feet quickly becomes dry and cracked .

Risk of infection in diabetes

Dry and often cracked skin is particularly susceptible to injuries. Since these can go unnoticed for a long time due to neuropathy, the risk of infection in diabetes also increases.

Why is wound healing often delayed in diabetes?

Even the smallest injuries (so-called minor trauma) can develop into ulcers in diabetic feet. The reason for this is delayed wound healing , which results from circulatory disorders and nerve damage.

10 expert tips: What diabetics should pay attention to in their daily foot care!

Diabetics must pay particular attention to daily foot care in order to effectively prevent injuries and possible complications. We will now show you what you should pay attention to:

1. Wash your feet with our nourishing foot bath salt from Health Routine

Properly washing your feet is an important part of your daily care routine. This is especially true for diabetic foot care.

Diabetologists recommend a three-minute foot bath with lukewarm water . The water temperature should not exceed 35 degrees , as the affected person's ability to feel heat is impaired by the disease.

To make sure you do not exceed the recommended water temperature, you can use a thermometer.

Our foot bath salt is recommended as an effective bath additive . The innovative formula contains only purely natural ingredients that have proven particularly effective for gentle and long-lasting foot care for people with diabetes, such as:

Sea salt
Baking soda
and essential oils

Sea salt has long been considered an important ingredient in diabetic foot care in modern science due to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Holistic therapists are convinced that sea salt provides important support for diabetic feet by reducing the risk of infection.

Baking soda is said to have positive properties for the acid-base balance . This is of great importance for diabetics, as the pH value of the skin is not within the normal range due to the limited production of sweat. Baking soda can have a supportive effect here.

When selecting the essential oils for our foot bath salts , we also followed the recommendations of scientific studies. Tea tree oil is used in holistic medicine due to its cleansing and antibacterial properties.

Menthol is said to be invigorating and skin-clarifying , while eucalyptus and peppermint give you a pleasant feeling of freshness . The magnesium sulfate contained in the product can soothe irritated skin and provide it with pleasant moisture .

Note: A foot bath for diabetics must not be performed if there are open wounds.

2. Nail files: How to avoid the risk of ingrown toenails

Proper nail care also plays an important role in diabetes to prevent ingrown toenails to avoid. Due to the disease, sufferers often suffer from brittle toenails .

The risk of nail fungus is also increased in diabetes. Therefore, you should always keep an eye on the health of your toenails. Under no circumstances should you use nail clippers or scissors . These utensils can cause injuries and even damage the sensitive nail plate .

Instead, experts recommend using a high-quality glass file to trim your toenails . This allows you to trim your nails to the desired length and remove sharp edges particularly gently and effectively once or twice a week .

This is especially important to avoid injuring neighboring toes.

3. Visual and tactile inspection: A must in diabetic foot care

Due to possible nerve damage, perception in the area of the feet is severely limited.

To treat injuries, pressure points, fungal infections or other foot problems such as warts To detect diabetic foot problems in good time, diabetic foot care includes a daily visual inspection . You should also remember to check the spaces between the toes.

4. Dry your feet thoroughly

After washing, the feet must be dried thoroughly to minimize the risk of athlete's foot.

Use a soft towel to gently dry your feet and the spaces between your toes .

Caution: Dry rubbing is not recommended due to the sensitive skin that is prone to cracking.

5. Gently remove calluses

Calluses also play a major role in diabetes. That is why diabetologists recommend removing calluses weekly after a foot bath to remove. We have explained here how you can do this particularly gently and effectively .

6. Apply cream to your feet properly

A diabetic foot is particularly dependent on a sufficient supply of moisture . Applying cream daily helps to keep the skin supple and thus helps to reduce the risk of infection.

In addition to a foot cream with urea, experts also recommend our Feet Care Spray . With its purely natural ingredients, it gives your feet maximum moisture and care.

Unlike greasy creams, which are not recommended for people with diabetes, our Feet Care Spray has the optimal moisture content . Greasy creams, on the other hand, clog the pores and increase the risk of infection.

Caution: The spaces between the toes should be avoided when applying cream daily. Some experts also see an increased risk of infection here.

7. Why is it important to protect your feet from infections?

Since the pain stimulus can often no longer be perceived due to nerve damage in diabetes, those affected should always be aware of the increased risk of infection in swimming pools, hotel rooms , etc.

Our Feet Care Spray ensures natural foot hygiene and can provide you with the best possible support both at home and on the go .

Our customers use it not only for daily care, but also after swimming , sauna or the gym .

8. How to protect your feet from injuries

Foot care is not the only thing that contributes significantly to well-being in diabetes. Suitable protective measures also ensure that diabetic feet are as safe as possible from injuries and infections. These include:

The use of special diabetic socks without pressing seams and cuffs
Soft shoes without annoying inner seams.
No direct heat (e.g. sunbathing, hot water bottles)

9. Trimming toenails: the best technique for healthy feet

To trim your toenails particularly easily and gently, you should first take a foot bath with foot bath salts carry out.

After dabbing your feet, you can use our glass file to shape your toenails into the desired shape without risking injury . Thanks to the micro-fine grain, your nails are not only sealed , but also equipped with innovative splinter protection .

10. Risks of self-treatment: Why you should go to the doctor if you have foot problems

If you notice pressure points, blisters or injuries during your daily visual inspection, you should consult a doctor as a precaution. Since the risk of infection in diabetic feet is increased, you should avoid self-treatment.

Foot care for diabetes: your regular checklist

In addition to washing, applying cream and trimming nails, foot care for diabetes includes other points that we have summarized for you in a checklist:

Check shoes: Always check your shoes for any potential risk of injury before putting them on. Check the material , the degree of wear , the seams, edges and any foreign objects

Inspect socks: Also check the fit of your socks to avoid friction and pressure points. Pay particular attention to the seams and cuffs. The material should be breathable .

Check your feet regularly: Check your feet daily for blisters, pressure points and injuries . Also remember to check your toes and toenails.

This is how podiatric treatment of the diabetic foot works

Medical foot care for diabetics consists of various measures, such as:

Regular check of foot health
Trimming toenails
Professional callus removal
Treatment of pressure points and foot health such as warts, corns, etc.
Comprehensive advice on foot problems and discussion of preventive measures

How can diabetic foot be effectively prevented?

With a daily care routine, visual inspection and suitable protective measures as well as the right shoes and socks, the diabetic foot can be effectively prevented.

Foot care products for diabetics: what do you really need?

The market for diabetic products is growing and of course it is also expanding into foot care products.

However, for professional diabetic foot care, you only need a good foot bath salt , a cream with urea and our Feet Care Spray if you value quick yet effective care .

A high-quality glass file for shortening toenails rounds off the foot care products for diabetics.

Why diabetics should pay particular attention to athlete's foot

Diabetic feet are associated with dry and cracked skin . This makes it particularly easy for fungi and bacteria to penetrate. Therefore, those affected should pay particular attention to athlete's foot and other infectious diseases.

Conclusion

Diabetic foot care is a major challenge for many sufferers. But with a daily care routine and visual inspection , you can set the course for healthy feet despite diabetes.

Of course, washing, patting dry and applying cream every day involves a bit of work. Trimming toenails also takes time. But our high-quality care products will help you in the best possible way.

With our Feet Care Spray you can provide your feet with valuable moisture without much effort. Our foot bath salts , with their valuable ingredients, help to minimize the risk of infection .

And with our glass file , trimming your toenails every week becomes a soothing meditation.

FAQ

Is diabetic foot care covered by health insurance?

If diabetics suffer from diabetic foot syndrome (circulatory and sensory disorders), diabetic foot care is paid for by the health insurance company.

However, there are two prerequisites for this:

You need a prescription
and medical foot care must be carried out in a podiatry practice . Cosmetic foot care is not permitted.

Can a diabetic foot be cured?

A diabetic foot occurs when nerve pathways are damaged . This damage is irreversible and cannot be reversed .

Injuries such as wounds , however, can be healed . However, in diabetics this often takes a relatively long time due to delayed wound healing.

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