{"id":13186,"date":"2014-12-11T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2014-12-11T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/home\/proche-2\/diabetic-foot\/"},"modified":"2023-07-25T16:10:42","modified_gmt":"2023-07-25T20:10:42","slug":"diabetic-foot","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/en\/diabetes\/information-on-diabetes\/diabetes-complications\/diabetic-foot\/","title":{"rendered":"Diabetic foot"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-xlarge-font-size\">Diabetic foot is characterized by ulceration or destruction of the tissue of the foot, infected or not, due to peripheral neuropathy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peripheral neuropathy is defined by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>loss of sensitivity in the feet due to nerve damage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduced natural hydration of the foot resulting in dryness, cracks, and calluses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>bony foot deformities resulting in the appearance of pressure points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Pied-diabetique-1286564419-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14907\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Pied-diabetique-1286564419-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Pied-diabetique-1286564419-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Pied-diabetique-1286564419-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Pied-diabetique-1286564419-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.diabete.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Pied-diabetique-1286564419.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>All of these conditions are the basis for diabetic foot ulcers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amputation: a consequence of <strong>diabetic foot<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Untreated or neglected diabetic foot can lead to amputation. The combination of the following 3 factors leads in the majority of cases to gangrene and eventually amputation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ulceration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>poor blood circulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>presence of infection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A portion of diabetic individuals presenting with a foot ulcer also suffer from poor blood circulation in the legs, which creates a lack of oxygen supply to the foot. This problem delays wound healing and increases the risk of infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The good news<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, diabetes treatment has evolved significantly over the years, and current treatments allow diabetic individuals to better control the disease, making amputations increasingly rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caring for your feet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking proper care of your feet, you can avoid worsening the problem and amputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scientific organizations recommend that the feet of diabetic individuals be examined at least once a\n\n year by a doctor (or several times a year in the case of lower limb neuropathy).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The diabetic person should also inspect their feet daily (using a mirror or with the assistance of another person to view the sole of the foot) for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>cuts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>blisters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>bruises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>color changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>swelling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>open sores<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In the presence of existing blood circulation problems or loss of sensation in the lower limbs, it is important to be even more vigilant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A foot care nurse, podiatrist, or doctor should be contacted promptly (within 48 to 72 hours) at the slightest anomaly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to reduce the risk of <strong>injury<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several studies have shown that the majority of complications leading to amputation in the foot are preceded by a minor injury. To reduce the risks, make sure to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>wear appropriate shoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>properly trim your nails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>avoid walking barefoot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>avoid excessive foot soaking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Refer to our article on <a href=\"\/en\/diabetes\/diabetes-management\/body-care\/foot-care\/\">foot care<\/a> for further advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diabetes and Foot Care, brochure available in the <strong><a href=\"\/en\/shop\/\">boutique<\/a><\/strong> in packs of 25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Diabetic foot is characterized by ulceration or destruction of the tissue of the foot, infected or not, due to peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy is defined by: All of these conditions are the basis for diabetic foot ulcers. Amputation: a consequence of diabetic foot Untreated or neglected diabetic foot can lead to amputation. 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