Dismiss Modal

Management

Step-by-Step: Inspecting Your Feet (Diabetes)

Choose a preferred language

Wash your feet in warm, not hot, water. Dry them well, especially between the toes. To start, look at the tops of your feet for cuts, cracks, sores, or swelling. Next, look for these issues between your toes, then check around your nails, then check the sides of your feet. Using a mirror, check the bottoms of your feet. Track the condition of your feet in a foot care log.

Featured in

© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.

Take a Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment

Assess your risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes with our quick risk asssessment

Start the Assessment
Related Articles
Read article
Diabetes
Your Type 2 Diabetes Plan

Your diabetes management plan is key to taking control of your blood glucose levels. Learn what is included in a plan, and how it can help you manage your diabetes every day.

Read article
Diabetes
Your Healthcare Checklist: Diabetes Medications

Follow this checklist to help you understand and use your diabetes medications safely.

Read article
Diabetes
Managing Your Diabetes: Healthy Eating

Having diabetes does not mean you have to give up your favorite foods or stop eating in restaurants. In fact, there is nothing you can't eat. But you need to know that the foods you eat affect your blood sugar or blood glucose. By eating regular meals, thinking about the amount and types of food you eat, you can better control your diabetes and prevent other health problems.

Read article
Diabetes
Selecting Healthier Foods From Different Cuisines When You Have Diabetes

Learn strategies for choosing healthy foods from a variety of cuisines.