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Following annual review of foot problems, people with diabetes
can be categorised into risk groups – low, moderate
and high risk. This categorisation is based upon examination
and assessment of the person with diabetes [International
Diabetes Federation (European Region), 1999].
Low risk:
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No impairment of touch, pain,
temperature or pressure; no evidence of neuropathy.
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Moderate risk:
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deformity. |
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self-care problem. |
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simple skin problem. |
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High risk:
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| Any of the following: |
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neuropathy. |
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vascular disease. |
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previous ulcer. |
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Charcot foot. |
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