What to expect

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It is recommended that foot care should be done every 6 to 8 weeks to ensure no new complications arise.  

Diabetics can experience foot numbness. If this is the case for you, trimming your own nails may cause you to cut or poke yourself without even realising it.

If you lose sensation in your foot, please have your nails trimmed by a trained friend, family member, or healthcare professional.

People are sometimes unable to bend down to check their feet or lift their feet up. If this is the case, placing a mirror on the floor may help you see the bottoms of your feet.

If this does not work, please have a friend or family member examine your feet.

The sooner you notice changes in your feet and seek treatment, the more likely it is that any problems will be treated before they lead to potentially serious complications.

Pay attention to how your feet feel - are they numb, painful, or tingling? Any of these symptoms indicates that there is a problem that must be addressed as soon as possible to reduce the risk of complications.

Check your feet daily for redness, changes in shape, dryness or cracks in the skin, sores, blisters, or any other changes.

Every day, wash your feet with warm water and mild soap, then thoroughly dry them. Moisturize your feet with unscented cream, but avoid getting lotion between your toes.

Wear closed-toe shoes to protect your feet from cuts and scrapes you might not notice.