free foot care ?

georgiesmum

I need to see a chiropodist, never been before. I am over 70 and have diabetes. I have heard that i can get treatment free. Is this true, and how would i apply.

ankspon

My GP told me foot care is free for diabetes,ring your surgery for more info.

anguk

My husband is in his 40s and he's been having free podiatry care for years, either at the local hospital or health centre, he goes to the "high risk" clinic because he's a diabetic and something as simple as an ingrowing toenail or cutting yourself while trimming nails can end up with you losing a leg!

Get in touch with your GP surgery they should refer you to your nearest clinic.
http://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/1099.aspx?CategoryID=68&SubCategoryID=154

Torry_Quine

As a diabetic you should have been seeing a chiropodist not least because foot health is very important. Your GP will be able to organise this or ask at your next appointment with your diabetes specialist/nurse. If you've been cutting your own toe-nails be very, very careful.

Paul_iow

Yes you can receive free foot care because you are diabetic but it doesn't mean you will. Each department has different protocols and criteria and you may only be seen once and discharged, it all depends on your personal situation.

Get a referral from your GP and go see them, it's the only way to find out.

georgiesmum

Thank you all so much. Will get in touch with my surgery tomorrow.