Diabetic Foot Problems

India has become the diabetes capital of the world. With nearly 90 million people currently affected — and numbers still rising — diabetes is no longer rare.

Unfortunately, foot problems are one of the most common and dangerous complications of diabetes. Many amputations in India happen because foot wounds were ignored in the early stages.

Why Should Diabetics Worry About Their Feet?

A small scratch, shoe bite, or crack in the skin may look harmless.

But in a diabetic person, this can quickly turn into:

A deep wound
A serious infection
Gangrene (dead tissue)

In many advanced cases, the only way to control infection is amputation of the toe, foot, or leg.This is why early foot care is life- and limb-saving.

Did You Know?

About 1% of diabetics in India develop foot ulcers every year
15–25% of diabetics will develop a foot wound in their lifetime
Around 15% of diabetics with foot wounds may need an amputation

These numbers highlight why regular foot checks and early treatment are critical.

Why Do Diabetics Get More Foot Problems?

Two main reasons:

Neuropathy – Loss of sensation in the feet
Vasculopathy – Poor blood flow to the feet

Let’s understand these better.

1. Neuropathy – Nerve Damage

In diabetes, nerves supplying the feet get damaged. This causes loss of feeling.

This means:

You may not feel cuts, heat, burns, or tight shoes
Small wounds go unnoticed
Infections spread silently

This can lead to:

Painless wounds
Foot deformities
Severe infections noticed only at a late stage

Sometimes, patients walk with sharp objects inside the wound without realising it due to loss of sensation.

2. Vasculopathy – Blocked Arteries

Diabetes causes blood vessels to narrow faster than normal, reducing blood flow to the feet.

This results in:

Poor circulation
Slow wound healing
High risk of gangrene

Did you know?

Some diabetics may even need bypass surgery in the leg to restore blood flow — just like a heart bypass, but for the legs.

Why You Need a Specialist for Diabetic Foot Care

Treating diabetes is not just about sugar control.

Diabetic foot care needs a team approach and regular screening for:

Heart disease
Nerve damage
Eye problems
Kidney issues
Foot health

At The Foot & Vein Clinic, the focus is on preventing foot wounds and saving limbs through early detection and expert care.

Protect Your Feet – Daily Foot Care Tips

Here’s what every diabetic should follow:

Never walk barefoot
Wash and dry your feet daily
Check for cuts, swelling, redness, or colour changes
Wear clean, cushioned socks
Use diabetic-friendly footwear
Visit a vascular foot specialist regularly

If you notice any wound, redness, swelling, or blackening — don’t wait. Get it checked immediately.

Early Action Saves Limbs

Ignoring a small foot problem can cost you your toe, foot, or leg.

With:

Regular foot checks
Proper footwear
Early treatment
Specialist care

you can live safely with diabetes and keep your feet healthy.

Expert Foot Care in Bangalore

At The Foot & Vein Clinic, Bangalore, we provide:

Specialist diabetic foot evaluation
Advanced wound care & infection control
Limb-saving surgical procedures
Preventive foot care education
Customised diabetic footwear and regular footwear support

How We Assess Diabetic Foot Risk

We evaluate neuropathy, circulation, and foot pressure areas using:

Monofilament test – checks nerve sensation
Biothesiometry – measures vibration sense
ABI test – checks blood flow to the feet
Footscan – identifies pressure points and helps design diabetic footwear

These tests help us identify high-risk feet early and prevent amputations.

Diabetic Foot Specialist in Bangalore – Foot & Vein Clinic

If you have:

A non-healing foot wound
Numbness or loss of sensation
Blackening of toes
Recurrent infections

Don’t delay. Early expert care can save your limb.