Part 6: Detection and Prevention of Foot Problems in Type 2 Diabetes

Section 7: Diabetes Foot ProblemsIssueWhat should be the frequency of foot examination?RecommendationThe routine surveillance for foot problems in people with diabetes should be performed inthe following way:• in people without established foot problems, the minimum frequency of footexamination should be once a year• in people with at risk feet but without a current active problem, foot examinationshould be performed every 3 to 6 monthsEvidence Statements• Routine examination of the feet of people with diabetes is frequently not performedEvidence Level III-2• The optimal frequency of foot examinatin has not been established but there is generalinternational consensusEvidence Level I53