Diabetes Awareness

YOU Can Outsmart Diabetes!

You Can Outsmart Diabetes logo Of the more than 28 million people in the US with diabetes, about half will develop neuropathy, a loss of feeling in the lower extremities. This nerve damage means an open sore or injury on the foot may go unnoticed until it becomes infected, which can eventually lead to the need for partial or full amputation of the foot or lower leg. In fact, diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic lower-limb amputation.

However, while the risk of foot complications may be frightening, there are many ways in which YOU can help outsmart diabetes!

Take a step in the right direction by having your feet checked regularly by a podiatrist. Podiatrists are the most qualified doctors to care for your feet, based on their education, training, and experience! When you add a podiatrist to your health-care team, he or she can provide you with important information so you're able to better manage the effects of diabetes on your feet.

Whether you've recently been diagnosed or have been fighting the disease for years, the resources below will help you to monitor your feet and prevent complications.

For Patients

An Overview
What is diabetes? What is peripheral neuropathy? What is a diabetic foot ulcer?
Diabetes and Your Feet FAQs
Recently diagnosed with diabetes? Don’t worry—we’ve got answers to several common questions. En Español
Your Diabetes Management Team
Successfully managing diabetes takes a team of medical professionals. Learn about the importance of each one. En Español
The Real Cost of Diabetes
This infographic sheds light on the costs associated with diabetes and diabetic foot complications.
Footwear Matters
Dr. Comfort created this infographic to demonstrate the benefits of therapeutic footwear for diabetes patients.
Foot Health Advice for Patients with Diabetes
Spenco Medical put together this flyer with tips for managing foot health at home.
Diabetes Footwear and Products
View our podiatrist-approved products for managing and treating diabetes.
Outsmarting Diabetes
Take a look at this suite of videos that highlight how today's podiatrists are developing and using smart medicine to help their patients with diabetes.
Join the Conversation
Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and LinkedIn to hear more about topics related to diabetes and foot health year-round.

For APMA Members

Digital Toolkit
Contact APMA's Communications Department to request a digital toolkit with customizable campaign materials to use in your state.
Footprints Newsletter
Download the new special diabetes-focused edition of APMA's member-to-patient newsletter.
The Three-Minute Diabetic Foot Exam
This brief exam was developed so it could be easily done by a wide range of health-care providers.
Impact of Diabetes by State
View your state's incidence of diabetes and estimated annual costs related to diabetes.
Therapeutic Footwear Infographic
Dr. Comfort created this infographic to demonstrate the benefits of therapeutic footwear for diabetes patients.
Diabetes Surveys and Studies
APMA has commissioned several studies related to diabetes. Share the information in media interviews and on social media.
Journal Articles
Search JAPMA Online for the latest in diabetic foot health research.

Additional Diabetes and Foot Health Resources

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