Abstract
The purpose of this study is to investigate the prevalence of foot conditions in older adults using home
visiting nursing stations, and to identify how they feel about their feet and how the elderly care their own
feet. Study samples comprised of 55 clients above 65 years old who use long-term insurance or medical
insurance. Samples were divided into two groups, those who walk and those who do not walk. According
to objective observation, the score of transformation of toes, skin weakness, sensitivity, coldness are
significantly higher in those who do not walk than in those who walk. There were no significant
differences on all items in subjective observation, and subjects on all items tended to respond "no
concern". On the results of self -care, frequency of "no care at all" were high in those who walk. Foot
problems are common in older adults using home visiting stations,according to the assessment. However,
their problems are not perceived as concerns according to the clients. This may lead to delay of necessary
treatments for foot conditions.
