Diabetic Foot Health? Tips For Elderly Patients

Posted on 17 October 2019

Foot pain and discomfort can make mobility increasingly difficult as patients grow older. If the patient is also a diabetic, they must take foot health even more seriously. This increased focus on foot health is due to their elevated risk of suffering infections and other potentially serious complications. If you or someone you love is dealing with diabetes and you want to help them enjoy good foot health and mobility throughout their later years, here are some important tips to consider. [Read More]

3 Topics For Podiatric Clinical Trials

Posted on 19 June 2019

As with other branches of medicine, podiatry utilizes clinical trials to further the specialty. If you have foot or ankle problems, consider joining a clinical trial not only to improve your condition but also to help advance the treatment of different conditions. Diabetic Foot Ulcers Complications from diabetes is a major concern in podiatry. People with diabetes may develop neuropathy or damage to the blood vessels in their feet. Once this damage occurs, there can be a cascade of future foot problems. [Read More]

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Understanding The Benefits Of Visiting A Podiatrist

Hello, my name is Liz Erals. All throughout high school, I participated in dance courses that kept me on my feet constantly. While dancing, I frequently neglected to wear my protective gear, including shoes. The constant abrasions from the dance floor really took a toll on my feet. The ligaments and joints in my feet also cried out for mercy. As soon as heat and rest didn't help reduce the pain, I made an appointment with a podiatrist. After diagnosing and treating my condition, my podiatrist made a point of telling me how to prevent future issues. I faithfully follow his advice to keep my feet dance ready. I hope to discuss the benefits of seeing a podiatrist on this website. I will explore all of the conditions podiatrists treat and discuss ways to prevent them. Thanks for coming by.

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