My mother has diabetes type 2 for 5 years. she is 61 years old.her measured avarage diabetes values are 160.why does she have foot pain by night ?

Neuropathy: Most pain in foo with diabetics is due to diabetic neuropathy . Certain medications may help reduce the pain. See a podiatrist for help.

Pain: Any number of reasons can give pain in feet at night. Diabetics reguardless of control can get neuropathy...Changes to the nerve function of the legs and hands. This can give a list of complaints, numbness, burning, cold. Ask your doctor, .

Many possibilities: Cause of pain may include tight shoes, sprain, bursitis, fracture, contusion, neuritis, but of course there are a multitude of other possibilities. Thing that may help minimize your pain include: wearing shoes with a wider toe box, padding or stapping, oral nsaids. Get the feet inspected by a professional to determine the cause of the problem, as treatment varies depending on the diagnosis.