What to Get Diabetics for Christmas

Tue, 08 Dec 2009
Diabetics ought to ask friends and relatives to give them a new pair of slipper for Christmas , a leading charity stated.

Diabetes UK Cymru urged people to throw out their old slippers in an attempt to lower the likelihood of foot injuries which can lead to amputation .

Those who have diabetes are at an increased risk of damage to the blood supply and nerves in their feet, causing numbness for life, which can lead to slow-healing wounds and foot ulcers. Should they get infected, this can result in amputation.

Four diabetics have lower limb amputations each week in Wales, that is, 240 people each year.

However, researchers consider that between 49% and 85% of diabetic amputations are preventable.

Podiatrists recommend that diabetics ought to wear slippers in the home to lower the risk of foot injuries.

Healthy feet and apt footwear ought to be at the top of diabetics' check list. Slippers that are the wrong size or poorly shaped slippers can exert pressure on the foot and accelerate any underlying problem.

It is vital to check your feet every day because early identification of foot problems is key to treatment and recovery.

Healthy feet will enhance your mobility and independence and continued quality of life.

Diabetes UK Cymru has launched a campaign to increase awareness of how wearing the right kind of slippers, can lower the risk of injuries at home.

Research has illustrated that people wearing slippers without fasteners are more likely to trip so wearing slippers that can be fastened in is a great way for diabetics to lower the risk of foot injuries at home.

Should your loved one have diabetes, it is vital for you to get them a suitable pair of slippers in the right size for Christmas. It may be the most important gift you get them all year.

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