The GEHWOL Diabetes Report 2025 delivers a clear and sobering message: diabetic foot complications remain widespread, yet the majority are preventable with early intervention and consistent professional care.
One of the report’s most striking findings is that while most people with diabetes are aware of the importance of foot care, only a minority actually receive regular preventive podiatric treatment—despite being classified as high-risk. This gap places podiatrists firmly at the frontline of prevention.
Podiatrists are often the first professionals to detect silent warning signs, long before ulcers, infections, or amputations occur.
Diabetic foot disease rarely begins with pain. According to the GEHWOL Diabetes Report, neuropathy and circulatory impairment mean that many patients do not feel early tissue damage.
Common early-stage issues include:
Without intervention, these small changes can escalate into ulcers and chronic wounds.
Podiatrists are uniquely positioned to detect these changes early through routine, hands-on examination—a level of observation that patients cannot replicate themselves.
The GEHWOL Diabetes Report highlights that regular professional foot checks are among the most effective preventive measures. During routine visits, podiatrists assess:
These findings allow podiatrists to intervene before a wound develops—often preventing months or years of complications.
The report places strong emphasis on daily skin care using products specifically formulated for diabetic feet. Dry skin is not a cosmetic issue—it is a medical risk factor.
Professional podiatrists frequently recommend GEHWOL Med foot care products, such as:
Used consistently, these products help maintain skin elasticity, reduce cracking, and protect against microbial invasion—core pillars of ulcer prevention outlined in the report.
The GEHWOL Diabetes Report 2025 stresses that patient motivation increases when progress is visible and when patients trust their healthcare provider.
Podiatrists reinforce:
When patients see measurable improvements—healthier skin, reduced pressure points, fewer recurring issues—they are far more likely to remain compliant.
The report also highlights a structural challenge: podiatrists are still insufficiently integrated into interdisciplinary diabetes care networks.
Where podiatrists collaborate closely with physicians, dermatologists, and wound-care specialists, amputation rates drop significantly. Prevention works best when podiatry is not reactive, but routine.
The GEHWOL Diabetes Report 2025 reinforces a truth podiatrists have long understood: diabetic foot complications are not inevitable.
Through early detection, professional skin care, patient education, and evidence-based products, podiatrists protect more than feet—they protect mobility, independence, and quality of life.
Why the GEHWOL Diabetes Report Confirms What Podiatrists Already Know The GEHWOL Diabetes Report 2025 delivers a clear and sobering message: diabetic foot complications remain
