Look after your feet

Look after your feet

Know how to look after your feet and know what care to expect from the health service.

  • Make footcare a part of your daily routine, just like managing your blood glucose and diet.
  • Order a copy of our Simple Steps to Healthy Feet leaflet (PDF, 43KB) to make sure you're taking good care of your feet day to day.
  • Attend your annual foot check. It’s as important as your retinal screening appointment.
  • Make sure you order a copy of our leaflet What to expect at your annual foot check (PDF, 41KB) so that you know you are getting a thorough, quality check.
  • Know your risk of developing foot problems and make sure that you are referred if necessary.
  • Ask someone to assess the feeling in your toes by doing the Touch the Toes test.
  • Keep useful numbers handy, and know who to contact at the first sign of problems with your feet.