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The statistics on diabetics are alarming: over 1.5 million Americans a year are diagnosed with diabetes. According to DiabetesAtWork.org diabetics’ health care costs $5-$6 per person for every dollar spent on non-diabetics’ health care.
What would help? According to the CDC , good preventive practices can lower amputation rates anywhere from 45-85%.
Using a good diabetic foot cream is a good idea for these reasons:
1. It gives you the opportunity to visually and tactically inspect your feet. Are there any changes in sensation, any worsening of cracking or peeling skin.
Using diabetic foot cream is great for your feet; just avoid placing it between the toes, and be sure to thoroughly dry your feet after bathing.
Diabetic Basics Healthy Foot Mirror
can help you get a look at your feet from every angle. The mirror magnifies the foot up to three times and has an LED light for greater illumination.
2. You are more likely to protect your feet when you have used foot cream. Wear soft breathable socks inside your shoes.
Silipos soft sock reduces friction, abrasion and shear forces. Bottom of sock has a 1/4" solid gel bottom to help reduce callus formation and to prevent pressure ulcers.
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