• Keep blood sugar within target range

  • Quit smoking

  • Exercise regularly to improve circulation

Get Regular Foot Exams

Especially important if you have diabetes or cardiovascular risk factors.

When to See a Doctor

Seek medical attention immediately if you notice:

  • Non-healing sores

  • Sudden color changes

  • Increasing numbness or pain

  • Signs of infection (redness, warmth, discharge)

Early treatment can save your feet — and your life.

Final Thought

Your feet may not scream for help — but they do whisper. Learning these warning signs could prevent irreversible damage. If something feels “off,” don’t wait.

Early awareness is the best protection.