What examination does diabetic foot do

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Many diabetic patients will suffer from diabetic complications, such as diabetic foot is one of the common complications, often appear in the foot muscle atrophy and other phenomena, the following is to share with you what examination of diabetic foot.

What examination does diabetic foot do

First, foot examination, should be carried out in both lower limbs below the knee part of the thorough physical examination. Physical examination should be conducted at least once a year, and more frequently for high-risk groups. The problems that need to be observed and recorded include: abnormal gait, wear of shoes, whether foreign objects protrude into the inside of shoes, blood vessel pulsation, hair growth, skin temperature and capillary refilling, deformity and tissue damage of feet and heels, location and size of ulcers, edema or inflammation. Joint stability and muscle strength should also be checked.

Second, ischemia examination, ischemia examination of lower limb posture test, diabetic foot patients can see that the foot skin is obviously pale after raising the lower limb for 30-60 seconds, and the middle part is purple after limb drooping. If the venous filling time (the time from pale skin to ruddy skin of foot) is more than 15 seconds, it indicates that the blood supply of the lower limb is obviously insufficient.

Third, X-ray examination, can find artery wall calcification, osteoporosis and destruction, osteomyelitis and bone and joint lesions, generally as a routine examination. The lower extremity artery can be palpated at the fossa (the fossa behind the knee joint) and the dorsum of the foot. In patients with diabetic foot, the pulsation of the artery may be weakened or even disappeared.

matters needing attention

The prevention of diabetic foot is of great significance. It can reduce the risk of diabetic foot by controlling blood sugar. In addition, patients need to check their feet and shoes every day to find hidden tissue damage and increased mechanical stress in the shoes. By modifying the shoes, mold type inner pads or deepening the shoes, they can effectively cushion the foot stress and provide support and protection.