How often should I have foot checks with PAD and diabetes?

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about why people with diabetes develop problems with their feet. He talks about neuropathy being the main problem as well as Peripheral Vascular Disease.

Richard shares problems he's experienced with Diabetic foot problems. He talks about numbness and a 'dropped foot' also. Richard also shares his experiences of having a Diabetic Foot ulcer. He also talks about Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) causing lack of blood supply to his feet and that he had had surgery to improve this problem.

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon talks about why people with Diabetes might develop Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) - narrowing of the arteries which supply the foot. He talks about blood sugar control being important in this.

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon explains what healthcare professionals mean when they use the term 'Rest Pain' with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD or narrowing of the arteries). He explains it happens due an inadequate supply of blood to the feet. He goes on to explain that people with Diabetes may not experience this as the nerves have been damaged.

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, discusses what symptoms you might develop if you have Peripheral Arterial Disease as a person with Diabetes.

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains why some people with Diabetes develop foot problems. He explains that this can occur as a result of nerve and circulation problems affecting the foot. He explains that part of the process can involve the foot becoming misshapen.