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Toe gloves

Discussion in 'Diabetic Foot & Wound Management' started by Simon Spooner, Jan 13, 2009.

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The Daily Mail (UK) reported this today:

"Toe 'gloves' for diabetic feet

A special type of sock could prevent diabetic foot infections. Diabetics often suffer problems with their feet because the disease affects the circulation of blood to the extremities.

It can also cause a loss of sensation, which means a foot injury is not felt or noticed. As a result, minor foot infection can develop into far more serious problems, including blood poisoning.

But researchers at Istanbul Teaching Hospital in Turkey believe a new sock, made with soft fabric and individual ‘fingers’ for the toes, may be an effective way to prevent infection.

They say many infections get into the deep tissues of the foot through cracks and splits. The space between the toes is vulnerable to cracking, as the skin is much thinner.

They believe, wearing these toe ‘gloves’ could protect the delicate areas of skin and block infections."

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Simon Spooner, Jan 13, 2009

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