Do you ever stop and think how important your feet are to your body? Most likely you use your feet and hands lots of time during the day. How often do you think about your feet and what you can do to keep them healthy? Taking diligent care of your feet is important for maintaining good health. This loss of feeling in your feet is called neuropathy (pronounced “noo-ROP-uh-thee”). As a result, a small sore, blister, or cut on the foot may go undetected.

Poor blood flow makes it more difficult for sores and infections to heal. If not treated, infections can worsen and potentially become life-threatening. Extensive infection can cause the tissues and skin to die, which is known as gangrene.

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