Diabetes: How to Perform ‘Touch The Toes’ Test at Home
Importance of Sensitivity
Sensitivity is important when it comes to treating this issue. Sensitivity is a vital way in which our body can actually alert us to potential issues. In fact, sensations such as throbbing and sharp pain might show possible damage to a specific part of our body. When it comes to the feet, the pain might be because of a cut, burn, or blister. In case the sensation is impaired we might not realize when small damage has occurred. And in case the damage is left untreated, there is an increased risk of infection. If we are aware that we have impaired sensitivity, we will need to depend more on visual checking on a regular basis for signs like swelling and discoloration. Bear in mind that the impaired sensation itself doesn't lead to ulceration and infection.How to Prevent Diabetic Neuropathy
However, there is a simple way to prevent diabetic neuropathy. Such a way is the following test which people can make at home. Ever heard about the “Touch the Toes Test”? This test is easy and fast. It is created to assess the sensitivity in the feet. The best thing about this test is that people can do it at home. However, they should bear in mind that they will need someone such as a relative, friend, or loved one to do this test. Bear in mind that the test is not a substitute for the annual foot check by the doctor. Watch the video below and learn how to make this test at home. Remember, for everything prevention is the key.
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