Diabetic Foot Risk Calculator

Assess risk for diabetic foot ulceration using the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF) risk classification system.

Diabetes Information

IWGDF Major Risk Factors

History

Additional Risk Factors

IWGDF Risk Classification

Category 0 - Low Risk

Annual ulcer risk: < 2%

Exam Frequency

Annually

Risk Factors

0 identified

Interpretation

No neuropathy, PAD, or prior complications. Continue preventive care and annual screening.

Recommendations

  • • Daily foot self-examination
  • • Proper foot hygiene (wash and dry between toes)
  • • Never walk barefoot
  • • Improve glycemic control (current HbA1c: 7.5%, target < 7%)

Seek Urgent Care If:

  • • New ulcer or wound
  • • Signs of infection (redness, warmth, swelling, discharge)
  • • Sudden color change (blue, black, pale)
  • • New or worsening pain

IWGDF Risk Categories

Category 0: No neuropathy, no PAD

Category 1: Neuropathy or PAD

Category 2: Neuropathy + PAD or deformity

Category 3: Previous ulcer or amputation

Disclaimer: This tool provides risk stratification guidance based on IWGDF recommendations. Clinical assessment by a trained healthcare provider is essential for proper diagnosis and management of diabetic foot complications.