Introduction: Diabetic foot syndrome can cause ulcers, difficulties in healing, walking and
progressing to limb amputation, which generates a high socioeconomic cost. Thus, the
periodic examination of the feet allows early identification and timely treatment of the
changes found, enabling the prevention of a significant number of complications of the
Diabetic Foot. Objective: To identify the main dermatological problems and risk for
complications in the feet of people diagnosed with DM. Methodology: Descriptive, crosssectional
study with a quantitative approach, with a non-probabilistic sample, carried out
through field research. Data collection was carried out from July 2019 to March 2020,
through home visits in the city of Palmas-TO. 128 people diagnosed with Diabetes
participated in the research. Results: the main dermatological problems found were dry
feet (64.1%), calluses (45.3%) and cracks (45.3%). Regarding the risk of complications,
the wrong nail cut (40.6%), the use of slippers with straps between the toes (92%), and
the habit of not wearing clean and comfortable socks for the feet (66 .4%). It is also
noteworthy the fact that the majority (67.2%) of the interviewees said they did not know
the term diabetic foot, however (71.9%) said they knew the serious complications that foot
injuries in people with diabetes can cause .Conclusion: the participants presented
changes and risk factors for the development of the diabetic foot. It is essential to provide
adequate professional guidance, so that this population promotes self-care and reduces
the risk of complications.
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