26/03/2026
Why do you need regular foot health care?
Statistics for foot health care in South Lincolnshire.
Foot care needs in South Lincolnshire are heavily influenced by a higher-than-average prevalence of diabetes.
Lincolnshire has a high prevalence of diabetes compared to the national average, making specialized foot care a priority to prevent complications.
Around 80% of foot amputations in people with diabetes are preventable.
General foot problems (corns, calluses, bunions) affect 20–78% of people, with higher prevalence among older adults.
Poor foot health is linked to reduced mobility and an increased risk of falls, with 30% of people over 65, and 50% of people over 80, falling at least once a year.
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