Nail Trimming
Should I Bring My Senior Parent for Nail Trims and Foot Care?
As your loved ones age, the skin on their feet loses elasticity and thickness, causing them to be more prone to blisters and foot infections. Foot infections are particularly dangerous for those with diabetes or a weakened immune system.
Cutting their own toenails can become difficult or impossible for older folks due to aches and pains that prevent them from being as flexible as they once were. For some, weakened eyesight can make seeing their toenails harder than it used to be.
Diabetic foot care
Due to the damage caused by high blood sugar levels, people with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing foot infections. In addition, diabetes can cause the loss of feeling in the feet. Therefore, if your loved one suffers from diabetes, they may not know they have a cut, especially if it’s difficult for them to look at the sides and bottoms of their feet and toes. Even a scratch or blister on a foot or toe can become a serious problem for someone with diabetes. Regular check-up is critical to avoiding diabetic foot problems, including amputations.
Regular visits to FHP for special care of feet and toenails ensures that your loved one maintains healthy feet and toes as they age.