Managing Diabetic Foot Neuropathy During Easter

Easter is a wonderful holiday to celebrate with our family and friends. It’s also a time when we are tempted to indulge in foods that are high in sugar and carbs, and with all the distractions we may forget about our health.

As a result, Siren Care is offering a few tips to prevent foot ulcers such as wearing Siren’s smart socks. It is our hope that you celebrate Easter to the fullest while keeping your health in mind.

1- Protect Your Feet

The last thing you want to worry about during Easter is foot ulcers or a foot infection and there are a few things you can do to prevent them. The loss of sensation and nerve damage caused by diabetes and neuropathy make it hard to feel pain and even determine if the pain and discomfort we feel in our feet is due to diabetic nerve damage or an injury. This is why we advise wearing socks and fitted shoes at all times and thoroughly checking your feet daily. We also suggest wearing compression socks that help circulate blood flow.

For added peace-of-mind, consider Siren Care’s Diabetic Socks which monitor the temperature of your feet. Like most infections, one of the first signs of a foot ulcer is temperature changes in your feet. Science has proven that monitoring your foot temperature can significantly reduce your chances of a foot ulcer.

Advancing technology like Siren’s socks have made it easier to prevent foot ulcers which can lead to foot problems and even amputation. Furthermore, an increasing number of people are committed to eating healthy, resulting in better tasting foods that are good for us. This means, you can manage your diabetes and foot neuropathy and still enjoy the Easter holiday.

2- Stay Active

Staying active helps maintain your sugar levels by making your body more sensitive to the insulin hormone and by burning off carbs. Plan to play baseball, swim, walk, golf, or whatever else you enjoy either before or after you eat. This time of the year is perfect for enjoying nature, and you can get your entire family involved. Another option is to offer prizes for games like baseball or cornhole so everyone will be more motivated to participate.

Easter Treats and Activities to Maintain Your Blood Glucose

With all the cakes, pies, candies, and enticing foods that are readily available during Easter, it’s hard to stay on track with eating healthy. However, it’s critical that we manage our blood glucose levels and take care of our feet to ensure we can celebrate Easter without any health complications.

First, make sure you take your medications as prescribed by your doctor and check your blood glucose when you wake up, before you eat, and 90 minutes after you’ve eaten. You can set reminders on your phone as well as ask a family member to help you remember.

Get the Siren socks to monitor your feet temperature continuously and be alerted if an injury is detected.

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We hope you enjoyed reading this article. Feel free to share in the comments other questions you recommend to ask a podiatrist. If interested you can also read The Doctors That Can Help With Your Diabetic Neuropathy or The Best Shoes for Diabetic Neuropathy.

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