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

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• Aim to achieve the best possible glycaemic control <strong>in</strong> people with <strong>Type</strong> 2 diabetes <strong>in</strong>order to prevent or reduce the development <strong>of</strong> peripheral neuropathy which is a majorrisk factor for foot ulceration <strong>and</strong> amputation• People with diabetes should be encouraged to wear properly fitted, cushioned footwear<strong>and</strong> padded socks• People with diabetes <strong>and</strong> high risk feet require special attention to footwear• People with diabetes who have foot ulcers or with high risk feet should be cared for by amulti-discipl<strong>in</strong>ary service which should <strong>in</strong>clude a physician <strong>and</strong> podiatrist <strong>and</strong> haveready access to a specialist nurse, orthotist <strong>and</strong> surgeon• The cost effectiveness <strong>of</strong> <strong>in</strong>tensified <strong>in</strong>terventions should be considered <strong>in</strong> the prevention<strong>and</strong> management <strong>of</strong> diabetes foot problems• The <strong>in</strong>fluence <strong>of</strong> socioeconomic factors should be considered <strong>in</strong> the prevention <strong>and</strong>management <strong>of</strong> diabetes foot problems9

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