Senior Bedside Foot Care (For Caregivers)

Senior Bedside Foot Care for Caregivers

Quick Answer: Caregiver bedside foot care for seniors with limited mobility includes daily inspection, gentle washing, moisturizing (not between toes!), nail filing, and protection from pressure. Professional podiatry every 9 weeks for diabetics or vascular patients.

Daily Routine

Inspect, wash with mild soap, dry thoroughly especially between toes, apply moisturizer to tops/bottoms (not between toes), file nails straight across.

FAQ

When should we call podiatry?

Any new wound, color change, swelling, or persistent foot pain. We make house calls when needed for homebound patients.

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Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.

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Howell

4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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Bloomfield Township

43494 Woodward Ave #208
Bloomfield Township, MI 48302

Listed as “Bloomfield Hills Office” in the scheduler.

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If you select Existing, choose a reason for visit. Use “What reason should I choose?” in the scheduler if you are unsure.

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