If you've got them, then you know; there's a lot that goes into taking care of diabetic feet. At Big Feet Store not only will you find the largest selection of therapeutic shoes on the Internet, you will also find a ton of info on keeping your feet healthy. You know what they say: "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." By following some simple guidelines and strategies, you too can help prevent forest fires…and the serious foot problems caused by diabetes.

Tips for Diabetic Foot Care
The first step to healthy feet is making sure your diabetes is under control. You and your health care team should come up with a plan to keep your glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol in normal ranges. Usually you can do this with diet, exercise, medication, and regular doctor visits, but you also have to come up a good foot care plan you can follow at home. And, you actually have to do it, not just say you do it--kinda like flossing.

Your foot care plan should include checking out your feet for sores and other problems every day. You should also wash your feet every day and dry them thoroughly, especially the oft-forgotten area between your toes. Moisturizing the feet is also very important if you don't want the skin to become dry and cracked. (And trust us, you don't.)

Should you develop corns or calluses, you definitely want to have them looked by a health professional. You may just be told to gently file them away, no sweat. Finally, trimming your toenails is also very important. Do this after you wash and dry your feet at least once week, maybe more.

Remember that main problem with diabetic feet is the loss of sensation. So, if your foot gets hurt, you may not even know it. While in the short run your foot is pain free--a good thing, in the long run your foot might get infected--a very bad thing. That's why you have to do your best to keep your feet out of harm's way and wear the right footgear. Whether you're outdoors or indoors, you should always sport shoes and socks that fit right. At Big Feet Store we can help you find both. After all, if you practice good foot care from the beginning, you can prevent or delay most serious foot problems. For more useful info, check out the "Diabetic Foot Care" section on this website. And, as always, be sure to consult your physician for all matters related to your disease.