Diabetic Foot Care & Assessment

Protecting Your Feet. Protecting Your Future.

Early Assessment. Prevention. Lifelong Foot Health.

Living with diabetes means taking extra care of your feet.

Changes to circulation, sensation and skin health can develop gradually and often without pain, making it easy for small problems to go unnoticed. Left untreated, these changes can increase the risk of serious complications, including foot ulcers, infection and, in severe cases, limb loss.

The good news is that most diabetes-related foot complications are preventable.

Regular diabetic foot assessments allow changes to be identified early, helping reduce risk, protect mobility and keep you active and independent for longer.

At Callen Olive, we provide comprehensive diabetic foot assessments, preventative care and ongoing support tailored to your individual needs. Whether you've recently been diagnosed or have been living with diabetes for many years, our experienced podiatrists are here to help you protect one of your body's most valuable assets—your feet.

Because healthy feet help you continue living the life you love.

At A Glance

A Diabetic Foot Assessment may be recommended if you:

• Have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes

• Have never had a professional foot assessment

• Have noticed changes in sensation

• Have numbness or tingling in your feet

• Have corns, calluses or cracked heels

• Have changes to your skin or nails

• Have a history of foot ulcers

• Want to reduce your risk of future foot complications

Why Is Diabetic Foot Care So Important?

Living with diabetes doesn't automatically mean you'll develop foot problems.

However, diabetes can affect the nerves, circulation and skin, increasing the risk of complications if changes aren't identified early.

Regular diabetic foot assessments help identify potential concerns before they become more serious, allowing early intervention and helping you maintain healthy feet, mobility and independence.

For many people, prevention is the most effective treatment.

How Can Diabetes Affect Your Feet?

Diabetes may affect your feet in several different ways.

Reduced Sensation (Peripheral Neuropathy)

Changes to the nerves may reduce your ability to feel pain, heat, cold or pressure. This means cuts, blisters or injuries may go unnoticed.

Reduced Circulation

Changes to blood flow may slow healing and reduce your body's ability to repair damaged tissue following injury.

Dry Skin

Diabetes can reduce the skin's natural moisture, making it more prone to dryness, cracking and infection.

Changes In Foot Shape

Changes affecting muscles and joints may alter the way pressure is distributed across the foot, increasing the risk of corns, calluses and areas of high pressure.

Understanding these changes allows us to identify potential risks early and recommend the most appropriate care.

Common Foot Problems Associated With Diabetes

People living with diabetes may experience:

• Reduced sensation
• Poor circulation
• Dry skin
• Corns and calluses
• Cracked heels
• Ingrown toenails
• Fungal nail infections
• Pressure areas
• Changes in foot shape
• Foot ulcers

Many of these conditions can be successfully managed when detected early through regular podiatry care.

Why Early Assessment Matters

Many diabetes-related foot problems develop gradually and without obvious symptoms.

Regular assessment allows us to identify changes before they become serious, helping to:

• Detect changes in circulation
• Monitor sensation
• Identify pressure areas
• Reduce the risk of ulceration
• Prevent infection
• Maintain mobility
• Protect long-term foot health
• Support independence

Early intervention often makes a significant difference to long-term outcomes.

Your Diabetic Foot Assessment

Every assessment is tailored to your individual needs and current foot health.

Your appointment may include:

• Medical history review
• Vascular (circulation) assessment
• Neurological (sensation) assessment
• Monofilament sensation testing
• Skin and nail assessment
• Footwear assessment
• Pressure point evaluation
• Personalised diabetic foot risk assessment

We'll also discuss your lifestyle, activity levels and any concerns you may have, allowing us to provide advice that's relevant to you.

Understanding Your Diabetic Foot Risk

Following your assessment, we'll explain your individual diabetic foot risk and what it means for your ongoing care.

Your risk is determined by factors such as:

• Sensation (peripheral neuropathy)
• Circulation
• Foot deformity
• Areas of high pressure
• Previous ulceration
• Previous amputation
• Skin and nail health

Most patients are categorised as Low, Moderate or High Risk.

Understanding your risk helps determine how often your feet should be reviewed and what preventative measures are recommended to reduce the likelihood of future complications.

For many people, simple changes to footwear, skin care, nail care and regular podiatry appointments are enough to keep their feet healthy for years to come.

For those at higher risk, closer monitoring and early intervention can significantly reduce the risk of ulceration, infection and hospital admission.

Our goal isn't simply to assess your feet today—it's to help protect them for the future.

Your Personalised Foot Care Plan

No two people living with diabetes are the same.

Following your assessment, we'll create a personalised care plan based on your individual needs, lifestyle and risk level.

Your treatment plan may include:

• Regular diabetic foot assessments
• Ongoing podiatry treatment
• Nail care
• Corn and callus management
• Skin care advice
• Footwear recommendations
• Pressure reduction strategies
• Custom Foot Orthotics where clinically appropriate

Our goal is to help you remain comfortable, active and independent for years to come.

Caring For Your Feet At Home

Small daily habits can make a significant difference to your foot health.

We recommend:

• Checking your feet every day
• Moisturising dry skin regularly (avoiding between the toes)
• Avoiding walking barefoot
• Checking inside your shoes before putting them on
• Wearing well-fitting footwear
• Seeking professional advice promptly if you notice any changes

Regular self-care combined with routine professional assessments provides the best opportunity to maintain healthy feet.

When Should You Arrange A Diabetic Foot Assessment?

We recommend arranging an appointment if you notice:

• Changes in sensation
• Numbness or tingling
• Pain or discomfort
• Cuts or wounds that are slow to heal
• Swelling
• Changes in skin colour
• Signs of infection
• Changes to your nails or skin

Even if you have no symptoms, routine diabetic foot assessments remain one of the most effective ways to protect your long-term foot health.

Pricing

Every patient is different, which is why we begin with a comprehensive assessment before making any treatment recommendations.

Following your appointment, your podiatrist will explain your findings and discuss the most appropriate care plan based on your individual needs.

New Patient Diabetic Foot Assessment – £100

Diabetic Foot Follow-up Appointment – £90

If you're unsure which appointment is most appropriate, our Patient Care Team will be happy to help.

Call us on 0333 305 8347.

Why Patients Choose Callen Olive

Your feet deserve more than treatment.

At Callen Olive, we believe exceptional podiatry is about far more than relieving pain.

It's about understanding how your feet affect your comfort, confidence and the way you move through life.

Every person who walks through our doors has different goals, which is why every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, lifestyle and ambitions.

Because no two people — or feet — are the same.

Expert Care. Personally Delivered.

We combine specialist clinical expertise, advanced technology and genuinely personalised care to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

From your first appointment, you'll understand what's causing your symptoms, the treatment options available and how we'll support you every step of the way.

Why Patients Choose Callen Olive

• Specialist podiatry team
• Personalised treatment plans
• Advanced technology
• Evidence-based care
• Award-winning patient experience
• Trusted by thousands of patients every year

More Than A Podiatry Appointment

Exceptional care isn't just about clinical expertise.

It's about feeling listened to, understood and supported from the moment you arrive until long after your treatment has finished.

Because that's what great care should feel like.

We Care.

It's more than our promise.

It's how we listen, how we explain, how we treat and how we support every patient who places their trust in us.

Because helping you move with comfort, confidence and ease is why Callen Olive exists.

Healthy Feet. Healthy Body. Healthy Mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do people with diabetes need regular foot assessments?

Diabetes can affect sensation, circulation and skin health, sometimes without causing obvious symptoms. Regular assessments help identify changes early, allowing preventative care before problems become more serious.

How often should I have a diabetic foot assessment?

This depends on your individual level of risk. Your podiatrist will advise how often you should be reviewed based on your assessment findings and medical history.

What happens during a diabetic foot assessment?

Your podiatrist will assess your circulation, sensation, skin, nails, footwear and overall foot health. We'll also explain your risk level and provide personalised advice to help protect your feet.

What are the warning signs I should look out for?

Seek professional advice if you notice numbness, tingling, swelling, changes in skin colour, wounds that don't heal, increasing redness, signs of infection or any new pain in your feet.

Can diabetes affect my circulation?

Yes. Diabetes can affect blood flow to the feet, which may slow healing and increase the risk of complications. Assessing circulation forms an important part of every diabetic foot assessment.

Can diabetes cause numbness in my feet?

Yes. Peripheral neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes and can reduce your ability to feel pain, pressure and temperature, making regular foot checks particularly important.

Can I still have routine podiatry treatment if I have diabetes?

Absolutely. Regular podiatry treatment can help manage nail care, corns, calluses and other common foot concerns while helping to reduce the risk of future complications.

Can Custom Foot Orthotics help if I have diabetes?

Where clinically appropriate, Custom Foot Orthotics may help redistribute pressure across the foot and reduce areas of excessive loading. Your podiatrist will advise if they are suitable for your individual needs.

Protect Your Foot Health For The Future

Looking after your feet is an important part of living well with diabetes.

Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for many years, regular diabetic foot assessments can help identify problems early, reduce your risk of complications and keep you moving with comfort and confidence.

Book your Diabetic Foot Assessment today and let our experienced team help protect your feet for the future.