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6-Educate on Proper Foot Care – Th

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Check your feet every day for cuts, cracks, bruises, blisters, so

Use a mirror to see the bottom of your feet if you can not lift th
Check the colour of your legs & feet – seek help if there is swe
Wash and dry your feet every day, especially between the to
Apply a good skin lotion every day on your heels and soles.

NALChange your socks every day
RSOTrim your nails straight across
PEClean a cut or scratch with mild soap and water and cover wi

Wear good supportive shoes or professionally fitted shoes with
Buy shoes in the late afternoon since your feet swell by then
Avoid extreme cold and heat (including the sun)
See a foot care specialist if you need advice or treatment
Test your bath water with your hand before you step in, t