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Foot Health Quiz

How much do you know about your feet?


 
 
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This interactive Foot Quiz is an part of the Know Diabetes website, aimed at supporting people with diabetes in North West London. Any individual score generated by this tool, will be used for research and service developments purposes only, individual scores will not be shared with any other parties.
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Why is it important for you to stay healthy?

  Please tick all that apply -
 
 
Work
 
 
Social life
 
 
Family life / pets
 
 
Loved ones
 
 
I want to feel well
 
 
Other
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
10%

Being able to do the things that matter is important for all of us. Keeping your feet healthy can help make sure you can keep doing all the things you enjoy

It’s great to have an active social life, and you will want to keep doing the things you enjoy. It’s good to remember that happy feet will benefit your overall health.

Think about your loved ones and pets; having healthy feet is important so you can keep doing the things you enjoy with them. Get help early if you notice any problems with your feet.

Fantastic, you recognise having healthy feet will positively affect your overall health!
 

“This quiz will help you value your feet and show  you how important it is to look after them, so they can look after you.”

 
Great – I love my feet
 
 
My feet could be better
 
 
I don’t like my feet
 
 
I think my feet are beyond help
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
20%
 
Do you have any of the following?


Please tick all that apply -
 
 
Perfect feet
 
 
Callus / Hard skin / Corns
 
 
 
Bunions
 
 
Flat feet / High arches
 
 
 
Problem nails
 
 
Athletes’ foot / skin problems
 
 
 
Deformities
 
 
Ulcers / Wounds
 
 
 
Amputations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
30%
 
What mainly stops you from having good foot health?


Please tick only one answer -
 
 
Nothing – my feet are fine
 
 
Money / Time
 
 
I can’t reach my feet
 
 
Other things are more important
 
 
I prefer not to think about my feet
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
40%
 
How often do you check your feet?


Please tick only one answer -
 
 
Most days
 
 
Most weeks
 
 
At least once per month
 
 
Only if I have a problem
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
50%
 

Keeping your feet healthy

Having healthy feet is important for your overall health and wellbeing. You’ll be surprised at the top foot facts and tips you’ll discover in this quiz and that will keep your feet in great condition.
 

Let’s start with the basics: 

  • Wash your feet daily and dry them well (especially between the toes) and apply an emollient or cream twice daily.
  • Check your feet twice daily. Wear cotton, natural socks and change them daily.
  • Get to know your feet and if you are worried about your feet discuss them with your GP or Podiatrist.
  • Never use acids, corn plasters or blades on your feet.

 
 
 
 
50%
 
When did you last have a foot check with a health professional?


Please tick only one answer -
 
 
In the last 6 months
 
 
6-12 months ago
 
 
Over a year ago
 
 
I can’t remember having a foot check
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
60%

Your yearly foot check

 
  • Having your annual diabetes foot check will give you peace of mind and makes sure that you are being seen by the right healthcare professional to keep your feet healthy.
     
  • If you have not had a foot check in the past year, you should contact your GP practice to arrange one as soon as possible.



   
 
 
60%
 
Have you been told your foot risk category?


Please tick only one answer -
 
 
Low risk
 
 
Moderate risk
 
 
High risk or Active problem
 
 
Not sure
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
70%
 
Knowing your risk
 
So knowing your risk category is important, but what does it all mean?

This is the risk of getting a foot ulcer or slow healing wound. So….

  • If you have good blood flow and you have good feeling in the feet you are at low risk.
  • If you have reduced blood flow or reduced feeling in your feet you are at increased risk.
  • If both blood flow and feeling in the feet are reduced or you have had an ulcer before - you are high risk and need to see a podiatrist regularly.
  • Managing your blood glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure well, and quitting smoking will help lower these risks. Learn how to manage these on the Know Diabetes website.
 
 
 
70%
 
Please rate your confidence in dealing with a foot problem:


Please tick only one answer -

 
 
Not confident at all
 
 
Somewhat confident
 
 
Very confident
 
 
See Podiatrist (foot specialist)
 
 
Go to A&E
 
 
Do nothing unless it hurts
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
80%
 
Who to contact when you have a foot problem
 

Non-urgent diabetes foot problems are managed by the community podiatry team who will refer you to the hospital diabetes foot team if things aren't improving quickly. If you have an urgent problem the best place to be seen is by the hospital diabetes foot team as they will have the specialist doctors and podiatrists to manage complex foot problems.

  • If you have a new foot wound that isn't almost healed within 2 days or redness, warmth and swelling of just one foot - contact your GP practice to refer you to your local podiatrist for review in the next few days.
     
  • If you have a wound that looks infected (red or smelly or with pus) or with redness spreading to your ankle, or a wound with any black or grey areas - contact your GP practice to refer you to the acute diabetes foot team for an urgent review (within 24 hours).
     
  • If you have a wound that looks infected and you feel unwell (including fever, shivering or dizziness) or there is redness spreading up your leg, you should go to your local emergency Department (A+E).
     
  • For non-urgent foot problems (e.g. athlete’s foot, ingrown toenails) - ask your GP to refer you to a podiatrist.
     
  • If you are already being seen by the hospital diabetes foot team and you think your foot wound has got worse, you should contact them directly.
     

For more information, check the 'Know more' area of the Know Diabetes website.

 
 
 
80%
 
 
Have you had your feet measured for correct footwear in the last 12 months?
 
Yes
No
 
 
 
Have you ever had your feet measured for correct footwear?
 
Yes
No
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
90%
 
It’s good to buy shoes that:


Please tick all that apply -
 
 
are broad fitting
 
 
have a deep and rounded toe area
 
 
 
are flat or low heeled
 
 
cushioned interiors
 
 
 
are slip on shoes
 
 
are fastened by a lace or buckle
 
 
 
flip flops
 
 
you can try on before buying
 
 
 
backless or sling-backed
 
 
high heels
 
 
 
Brogues
 
 
Oxford shoe
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
What is good footwear?
 
  • A shoe needs to have a good arch support, a fastening e.g. Laces or velcro, and a roomy toe box, a low heel but not completely flat such as ballet pumps or plimsolls.
     
  • If you have a very difficult foot shape and can’t find shoes to fit – discuss with your Podiatrist as you may need custom made shoes to prevent foot ulcers
     
  • In summer wear a lightweight breathable fastening shoe or trainer.
     
  • In winter keep feet warm with a supportive shoe or fastening boot with roomy toe box.
     
  • If you have a special occasion such as a wedding wear your party shoes for the photos and then switch back to sensible shoes – they may not be so glamorous but your feet will thank you for it
     
  • It’s good to try on shoes before you buy them and walk with them around the house before you wear them outdoors. Check your feet for redness or rubbing and if they’re not right, take them back.
 
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YOUR FINAL SCORE:
  • We know that the pressures of modern life make it difficult to stay on top of your health, but with support from your diabetes healthcare team and Know Diabetes, you can learn how to make small changes that can have a big impact on your feet and overall health.

    It sounds like you may have, or have had, foot problems in the past, or maybe you are not as confident as you would like to be. Perhaps you have previously been given the wrong information about the best footcare routine.

    Take a look at the Know Diabetes foot care pages to boost your confidence, our popular explainer videos are packed with top tips from leading healthcare professionals.
     
  • Well done, it sounds like you are pretty confident when it comes to knowing how to look after your feet. But, maybe there are some areas where you would like to know more? Check out the Know Diabetes foot care pages and videos.
     
  • Congrats! Sounds like you look after your feet and know what to do if a foot problem arises.
     
 
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