Foot Care Services
Important Health Care Services
Foot care is an important part of treatment for People with Diabetes
When you have diabetes, foot care is an important part of treatment to prevent complications like ulcers and amputations.
A foot care nurse with specialized training works with other health care professionals, such as family doctors, podiatrists, chiropodists, and physiotherapists, to maintain mobility and reduce risks.
Diabetes is a complex metabolic condition that inhibits the body’s ability to manage glucose (sugar) in the blood. Over time, prolonged high blood sugar levels can damage both large and small blood vessels. Damaged small vessels in the legs and feet can lead to a condition called peripheral neuropathy. Diabetes can also cause sores to take longer to heal, so diabetes foot problems should always be evaluated by someone with specialized training.
Basic foot care services can include:
- Foot & lower limb assessment
- Wound assessment
- Corn & callous reduction
- Nail care
- Client education
- Footwear assessment & referrals for fittings
- Referrals to medical specialists
- Reflexology that increases circulation, provides relaxation & blocks pain receptors
- Bio-magnetic therapy that increases circulation, restores balance to the body, relieves pain & changes pH in the body from acidic to alkaline
Goals & Objectives
- To avoid diabetes-related foot complications
- To advocate for clients
- To improve quality services through ongoing professional development
This program currently operates in Nelson House. If you are in a different community, contact your local sub-office to ask about similar opportunities.