A practical guide for examining and treating the diabetic foot

Cleve Clin J Med. 2002 Apr;69(4):342-8. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.69.4.342.

Abstract

Physicians can perform a quick, complete examination of the feet of patients with diabetes to prevent serious complications. The examination should focus on circulation, nerve function, musculoskeletal problems, and the skin. All patients should be urged to wear supportive, comfortable shoes, and to wash, moisturize, and examine their feet every day.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arthropathy, Neurogenic / diagnosis
  • Arthropathy, Neurogenic / etiology
  • Arthropathy, Neurogenic / therapy
  • Diabetic Foot / diagnosis*
  • Diabetic Foot / etiology
  • Diabetic Foot / therapy*
  • Diabetic Neuropathies / complications
  • Diabetic Neuropathies / diagnosis
  • Foot Ulcer / diagnosis
  • Foot Ulcer / etiology
  • Foot Ulcer / therapy
  • Humans
  • Infections / diagnosis
  • Infections / etiology
  • Infections / therapy
  • Musculoskeletal Diseases / diagnosis
  • Musculoskeletal Diseases / etiology
  • Neurologic Examination
  • Physical Examination
  • Skin Diseases / diagnosis
  • Skin Diseases / etiology
  • Skin Diseases / prevention & control