amputations since the beginning of the year
1405223.75
Diabetes
causes a foot
amputation
every 20 seconds1
Up to
85% of amputations
could be prevented2
BUT WITH EDUCATION, EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND APPROPRIATE CARE:
…could be
prevented.
This is how you can help your patients to prevent it:
Identifying the at-risk foot Regularly inspecting and examining the at-risk foot Educating the patient, family and other healthcare professionals Ensuring routine wearing of appropriate footwearWhen it comes to diabetic foot, every day counts
It is key to react as soon as possible and appropriately to each patient condition.
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AS A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, YOU HAVE A KEY ROLE FOR YOUR PATIENTS TO SAVE FEET AND SAVE LIVES