Able to or has help to self care (8/17)

The inability for somebody to self care or have help to self care can increase the risk of them developing a foot problem. The following factors may contribute to this situation:

  • Visual impairment
  • Arthritis
  • Inability to maintain personal hygiene
  • Inability to check feet for any problems
  • Learning difficulties

Other risk factors

Any other risk factor which is not listed above can be placed in the text box in the SCI-Diabetes form.

Section of SCI-Diabetes form showing other risk factors field