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How to Increase Blood Flow to Your Feet: A Guide for Diabetics

How to Increase Blood Flow to Your Feet: A Guide for Diabetics
August 19, 2020The Foot Doc StaffMedical Articles

Did you know that 10.5% of the U.S. population was diagnosed with diabetes? With diabetes being as prevalent as it is, new emphasis is placed on healthy feet. 

As it were, an enormous part of the process of taking care of your feet is ensuring that your blood circulation is healthy, as well as nutrient-rich blood is reaching your feet without any issues. 

Keep on reading for our little guide on how to increase blood flow to your feet, in addition to a quick review of how diabetes may affect your foot health. 

Diabetic Foot Health 101: How Diabetes Affect Your Feet

The reason why diabetes can be quite a complex disease to tackle is due to its far-reaching damage that it may cause to the human body.

For instance, as time goes by, diabetes may cause nerve damage, which is known as diabetic neuropathy. Without managed care, this condition may result in the formation of foot ulcers.

How to Increase Blood Flow to Your Feet

This brings us to the importance of increasing the blood flow to your feet, which may prevent these issues from happening in the first place. 

Let’s take a look at the main three ways you can integrate into your routine to help keep your feet healthy.

Consistent Walking

Walking is one of those simple, low-impact forms of exercise that may bring a multitude of health benefits to your body. 

In order to increase your blood flow to your feet, you can start integrating daily walks into your routine. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a slow or fast walker. Any walking pace may lower your blood pressure, as well as increase muscle contraction in your legs. 

By having regular contractions, followed by relaxation in your legs, this may squeeze the large blood vessels in your legs, which in turn may aid with establishing healthy circulation in your legs and other areas that are struggling with blood flow. 

Regular Stretching

Combing walking with stretching may help immensely when comes to your blood flow in your feet. In addition, sometimes, you might not be able to walk on a consistent basis. 

When it comes to stretching, it’s a great option on its own or merged with walking. Stretching may promote your blood circulation through your legs. This may allow the essential nutrients and oxygen to reach your muscles and your feet. 

Positioning Your Body

Another great way to improving your blood circulation is by paying close attention to your body and your position. If you’re not able-bodied, it’s an accessible way to get your blood flowing to your feet.

You can start by avoiding crossing your legs when you’re seated. It’s a common sitting position that cuts off circulation to the legs, which is harmful in the long run. 

There are multiple sitting positions that may promote healthier blood circulation, like sitting with your legs spaced a little apart, elevating your legs by placing them on a stool or an ottoman. 

Ready to Give Your Feet the Care That They Need?

Your foot health is a critical part of your collective health. After reading our little guide, you’re in a much better place after learning all the tips on how to increase blood flow to your feet.

However, your foot health doesn’t stop there. Make sure to get a foot specialist’s opinion by requesting an appointment. Also, you can contact us at any time if you have any questions or concerns.  

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