General and Diabetic Footcare 

What is general nail care? 
General nail care involves the assessment, treatment, and maintenance of toenails to keep them healthy, comfortable and free from complications. It also includes management of corns, calluses, and general foot health. 
What does a podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a trained healthcare professional who specialises in the assessment and treatment of the feet and lower limbs. 
For nail care, a podiatrist may: 

• Safely trim and shape nails 
• ​Treat thickened, fungal or damaged nails 
• Manage ingrown toenails
• Reduce hard skin, calluses or corns 
• Assess for infection or underlying conditions 
• Provide advice on foot hygiene and nail care at home 

They also check for any signs of broader health concerns that may affect your feet.

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What About a Diabetes Foot Check?

Diabetes can affect your feet by: 

• Damaging nerves (peripheral neuropathy), leading to reduced feeling 
• Reducing blood flow (peripheral arterial disease) 
• Slowing healing 

This means even small issues (like a blister or cut) can become serious if not treated early 

What is a diabetic foot check? 
A diabetic foot check is a comprehensive assessment performed by a podiatrist to identify risk factors and prevent complications. 

What does the assessment involve? 

• Check circulation (foot pulses) 
• Use a doppler ultrasound to assess your arteries in the lower limb 
• Test sensation and nerves 
• Assess skin integrity (cracks, calluses, wounds) 
• Examine nails
• ​Identify foot deformities
• Review footwearAssess your overall risk status 

This is painless and usually takes 20-30 minutes 
Who should have a diabetic foot check? 
All people with diabetes should have regular foot assessments, even if there are no symptoms.

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