This article is about the diabetics foot pain problems and its solutions so go through the article for better understanding of diabetes and foot pain.
If you are diabetic then it is best to keep your sugar level under control as much as you can. For empty stomach your sugar level should be under 100 mg/dl and 140 to 150 mg/dl should be the highest sugar level 2 hours after your breakfast.
According to the survey nearly 25% of Americans who are diabetic experience diabetes foot pain. Diabetes and foot pain are of various types and Peripheral Neuropathy is the most common one as it causes insensitivity or a loss of ability to feel pain. It is said the diabetic who are suffering from diabetic Neuropathy can develop minor cuts , sores or blisters which they are unaware about due to the feeling of insensitivity and when they are being left untreated they become harmful and at times the even amputation needs to be done.
In diabetes and foot pain Sensory Neuropathy occurs when the nerve is damaged and the pain is worst as it can hurt you even while you are wearing your socks.
Autonomic Neuropathy affects your feet nerve as diabetic people can get thickened nails and foot calluses which can cause lot of pain. Motor neuropathy affects the muscles and one should try doing stretching and massage to muscles.
Diabetic foot pain can be cured and for that you need to follow a daily regime of washing your feet with lukewarm water, drying them and applying lotion. Check your feet daily to see that your skin is not cracked and trim your toe nails. For home remedy you can use a massage cream to massage your feet which will increase your blood flow and give you relief from pain. Chamomile helps in healing of your feet and gives you relief from foot pain.
Last but not the least examine your feet daily for any infection or ulcers and if you find your feet to be swollen or there is pain then don’t hesitate to consult your doctor immediately.
by on 23. Jul, 2010 in Diabetes Complications
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