Why circulation testing matters in diabetes
Diabetes can reduce sensation and blood flow. A small blister or wound may become serious when circulation is poor. Vascular assessment helps identify arterial disease and guide referral or treatment planning.
Tests that may be used
Assessment may include pulse examination, ABI, toe pressure when needed, Doppler waveform analysis, and arterial ultrasound mapping depending on symptoms and clinical question.
Common Reasons to Book
Slow-healing wound
Cold foot
Weak pulses
Foot pain at rest
Black or blue toe
Diabetes with leg artery risk
Frequently Asked Questions
An annual comprehensive foot examination is routine diabetes care, but ABI, Doppler, or duplex is not automatically required every year. Testing and follow-up depend on symptoms, wounds, pulses, known PAD, and the treating clinician's question.