- Raising awareness in the importance of daily foot checks if you have diabetes.
- Encouraging those who are at a greater risk of developing foot problems to take control of their foot health.
- Highlighting the importance on prevention.
- Providing education on foot health.
Includes
- Foot Inspection Mirror
- Shoe Horn
- Dermatonics Dry Skin Balm 200ml
- Women socks – Pack of 3 size 4-8 mixed brown
- Foot File
- Nail files (pack of 3)
- ‘Diabetes and looking after your feet’ information leaflet.
See box contents tab for full description of each product. Click for a foot box that contains socks for men sizes 6-11.
NB: The above items provided are suitable for adults.
Box contents
Foot Inspection Mirror
Inspecting your feet on a daily basis is so important for people with diabetes, particularly if loss of sensation (neuropathy) is involved. This convenient and easy to use adjustable mirror is suitable for anyone who wants to check their feet. This is particularly useful for those who struggle to reach their feet.
- Size: 250mm x 180mm
- Colour: Black
- Material: Polyurethane leather
Directions for use:
Open up the mirror, lining up the raised material with the bottom edge of the mirror. Place on a flat surface on the floor and remove shoes and socks. Point the bottom of your foot towards the mirror until you get the correct angle and can view the bottom of your foot. Repeat on the other side.
Shoe Horn
A useful curved device enabling you to put your shoes on with ease, ideal for those with limited mobility issues. This hard wearing shoe horn features durability and a superior build quality, with an ergonomic design to ensure ease of use. It also comes complete with a convenient hook to hang up in a suitable location
- Measures – 285mm x 50mm
Dermatonics Dry Skin Balm 200ml
This vegan friendly moisturising foot cream contains 10% urea and nourishing ingredients olive and papaya to protect and hydrate the skin. It has been designed for the treatment of dry skin as well as skin which is particularly prone to cracking.
Ingredients:
- Aqua
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- Urea (10%)
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Glycerin
- Stearic Acid
- Triethanolamine
- Shea Butter
- Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
- Phenoxyethanol:
- Parfum
- Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Juice
- Ethylhexylglycerin
Directions for use:
Use between one and three times daily or as instructed by your health care professional. Once skin is restored, continue using Dermatonics Dry Skin Balm daily to keep it moisturised.
- Recommended for adult use and children over 12 only.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use on broken skin.
- If a rash or irritation occurs, discontinue use immediately and seek medical advice.
- For external use only.
- Product and ingredients may change
- Always check the label before using this product
Socks – Footnurse gentle grip socks (IOMI)
Footnurse Gentle Grip Socks are non-binding with honeycomb tops to prevent excessive pressure or constriction which can obstruct circulation. They are woven to conveniently conform to the natural shape of your legs and provide optimum comfort.
These seam free socks have been hand linked to prevent any unnecessary rubbing or friction on your toes. These cotton rich, breathable socks also help to maintain and control moisture, reducing the risk of any bacterial or fungal infections.
- Pack of 3
- Regular Thickness
- Machine Washable at 40°
- Ingedients: 80% Cotton, 16% Polyester, 3% Nylon, 1% Elastane
- Womens: size 4-8 – Mixed Brown
Foot File
This easy to use foot file makes it easy to file down any hard skin or callus build up on the soles of your feet. With abrasive pads either side, this is a hard wearing tool is perfect for helping maintain optimum condition of your feet.
Directions: Gently file any hard or rough skin on the bottom of your feet to help restore skin’s natural softness. We recommend using once or twice weekly on dry skin followed by use of a foot moisturiser. If you suffer with heavy callus build up, use more frequently until this has reduced. File can be cleaned under running water.
Size: Small – Measures approximately 170mm x 40mm
Foot Nail files
Pack of 3 disposable nail files. Ideal for shaping your toenails.
100/180 grit. Measures approximately 180mm x 20mm
Directions: Follow natural shape of your nail. Can also be used over the top of the nail to reduce any thickness.
