Two common complications of diabetes are nerve damage and poor circulation, which make foot problems common among diabetics.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers these foot care suggestions for people with diabetes:
* Avoid walking barefoot to reduce the risk of injury.
* Carefully wash your feet with warm water and gentle soap each day, making sure the water isn’t too hot and that you carefully dry your feet.
* Moisturize the skin on your feet frequently.
* Keep
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