26/02/2026
Your 60-Second Daily Foot Check 👣
For people living with diabetes, checking your feet every day is a proactive way to manage your long-term foot health. Small changes can happen without you feeling them, so your eyes are your best tool!
The "Daily Four" Checklist:
- Look for Changes 🔍 Check the top, bottom, and sides of both feet. Look for redness, swelling, blisters, cuts, or any new calluses. Tip: Use a mirror on the floor to see the soles of your feet if you find it hard to bend.
- Check Between the Toes 🧼 Gently separate your toes to look for moisture, peeling skin, or cracks. This area is often overlooked but is a common spot for skin breakdown.
- Feel for Temperature 🌡️ Use the back of your hand to feel if one foot (or a specific spot) feels significantly warmer or colder than the rest.
- Inspect Your Shoes 👟 Before putting them on, shake out your shoes and run your hand inside to check for pebbles, rough seams, or torn linings that could cause a rub.
When to contact your Podiatrist?
If you notice any of the following, we recommend booking a clinical assessment promptly:
🔴 A sore or cut that isn't healing.
🔴 New or increasing swelling or redness.
🔴 Fluid or discharge from a wound or callus.
🔴 A sudden change in skin colour or temperature.
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