It is estimated that every 20 seconds in the world, there is a case of diabetic amputation; Foot ulcer is the cause of amputation in 85% diabetic patients.
Increased plantar pressure is an independent risk factor for diabetic foot ulcer, with a correlation of 70%-90%.
Callus and inappropriate shoes and socks will lead to abnormal biomechanics (pressure) of the foot, leading to diabetic foot ulcer.
The annual mortality rate of patients with diabetic foot ulcer is as high as 1 1%.
What should diabetics pay attention to when wearing shoes?
First, choose shoes.
1. material: light and breathable. The fabric is made of high-quality soft leather, cotton cloth or elastic synthetic fiber.
2. Structure: sponge is added to the heel to prevent the heel from wearing, and shoelaces or shackles are provided to increase the stability of the shoes.
3. Length: the length inside the shoe should be 1-2cm longer than the foot.
4. Toe: It has enough width and depth, and the part of the shoe that covers and protects the toes should be soft and adapt to the shape of the toes to avoid any friction on the toes.
5. Heel: The internal width should fit the heel to avoid damaging the heel and reduce toe pressure. The height of the bottom is generally1.5-2cm, and should not exceed 3cm.
6. Sole: non-slip and wear-resistant, not too soft, with curvature in front and thickness in back, which is convenient for unloading and reduces foot fatigue.
7. Shoe lining: the inside is smooth and flat, without gaps, so as not to wear out the skin.
8. Insole: Use shock-absorbing, breathable, soft, elastic and non-slip materials. The uniform distribution of pressure can be adjusted.
Second, buy shoes.
1. Buy shoes in the afternoon or evening. At this time, the feet will swell up because of walking and congestion all day, which is bigger than in the morning.
2. Wear socks when trying on, try on your left and right feet at the same time, and walk around.
3. If there are big and small feet, the bigger one shall prevail.
Third, wear shoes.
After wearing new shoes for 20-30 minutes, take them off and check whether there are red areas or friction marks on your feet.
Wear 1-2 hours every day, and gradually increase the wearing time to ensure that potential problems are found in time.
Check the shoes for rough seams or foreign objects before wearing them.
Fourth, customize shoes.
If there are signs of tight foot deformity or abnormal foot load (such as congestion, corns, ulcers), it is recommended to wear professionally customized shoes and insoles.
Take Zukang Technology as an example. After years of precipitation, Zukang Technology has owned 23 national patents for healthy shoes and diabetic foot protection shoes.
At present, the authoritative organizations in the United Nations, diabetes experts, shoemaking experts and famous shoe designers of Zukang Technology have established the research database of diabetic foot data and the innovation center of diabetic auxiliary shoes, which have scientific and technological data and professional guarantee.
Moreover, in the past 16, Zukang Technology provided the design and production of diabetic foot protection shoes for world-renowned sugar foot shoes brands, with an annual export volume of nearly 3 million pairs. It is used at home and abroad.
Zukang Technology is also constantly using technology to protect foot health and strive to create a foot care program that is more suitable for Chinese people.
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