How often should people with diabetes check their feet?

Every day, including between the toes.

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  1. Every day ✔
  2. Once a month
  3. Only when they hurt

Why: Diabetes can reduce feeling in the feet, so a blister or cut may not hurt. A daily look catches problems early. A mirror or a helper works if bending over is hard.

Huh, didn't know that: NIDDK suggests an easy habit: check your feet each evening when you take off your shoes.

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Answer: Every day. Diabetes can reduce feeling in the feet, so a blister or cut may not hurt. A daily look catches problems early. A mirror or a helper works if bending over is hard.

  1. NIDDK, Diabetes and Foot Problems www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/preventing-problems/foot-problems
    Checking your feet each day will help you spot problems early before they get worse.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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