Diabetes and recommendations to increase the circulation of the feet
Diabetes problems arise when there is too much glucose (sugar) in the blood for a long time.
High levels of blood glucose (sugar in the blood) can damage many organs of the body such as the heart, blood vessels, feet, eyes and kidneys.
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High levels of glucose in the blood caused by diabetes cause two problems that can damage the feet.
Damage to the nerves: One of the problems is damage to the nerves of the legs and feet.
When the nerves are damaged, sometimes there is no pain, heat or cold in the legs and feet.
When there is no sensation in these areas, a sore or a cut in the feet can get worse.
The lack of sensation arises from damage to the nerves, which is also called diabetic neuropathy.
Poor blood circulation: The second problem occurs when there is not enough blood flow in the legs and feet.
Bad circulation prevents the healing of sores or infections.
This problem is called peripheral vascular disease.
When a person has diabetes, smoking will worsen circulation problems.
These two problems together can cause foot problems.
The care of the feet is extremely important when you are diabetic, the blood supply is also affected because the circulation becomes slower.
When there is poor circulation in the feet, the wounds heal more slowly and there may be inflammation, insensitivity or coldness in the feet.
If you do not give them the care they need, it could lead to amputation.
If you learn to increase the blood circulation of the feet, you are less likely to suffer some complication.
Here are some recommendations to improve the circulation of your feet:
- - Lift your feet when you remain sitting for long periods.
When you are lying on the bed, use a pillow under your feet to elevate them.
- -If you are sitting a long time, take a break rotating the ankles and moving the toes in periods of 5 minutes, at least 3 times a day, to increase blood flow.
- - Performs exercises to stimulate blood flow through the body, especially the feet, through low impact activities, such as walking, swimming, dancing and cycling.
- -Choose soft surfaces to walk on, such as: sand, dirt or grass, and use cushioned soles on your footwear to absorb the impact of your feet.
- -Sumerge your feet in warm water and relaxing salts.
Warm water stimulates circulation by dilating blood vessels.
- -Stop smoking.
Discuss a nicotine replacement therapy, such as chewing gum or patch.
Smoking can narrow and harden your arteries, restricting the flow of blood to your feet and other parts of your body.
- -Use socks, there are therapeutic ones especially for diabetics that do not restrict circulation to the feet.
- - Follow a well-balanced diet as directed by your doctor to control cholesterol and blood pressure.
High levels of blood sugar, fat and cholesterol contribute to narrowing and hardening of the arteries, which limits blood flow to the feet.
- -Massage your feet vigorously using your hands or ask someone to do it.
The massage will stimulate your blood vessels allowing a better circulation of the blood.