This November we’re raising awareness for American Diabetes Month. Diabetes affects millions of Americans each year and can consequently create numerous foot problems. Nerve and blood vessel damage in your feet can lead to numbness and tingling. Without feeling in … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Checking your feet daily might be the last thing on your list. But taking care of the health of your feet is more important than you think; even a small, seemingly harmless cut can lead to more serious concerns. If … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Winter is here, and boy is it getting chilly! With all the snow, freezing rain, and low temperatures it can be tough to keep your feet warm. While it’s natural to experience cold feet in freezing weather, cold feet can … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and this is the time we take a moment to go over the important aspects of this condition affecting millions of Americans. Because diabetes is associated with poor circulation it can be particularly hard on … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Diabetes is a debilitating and potentially deadly disease and in November—which is American Diabetes Month—we raise awareness about the hundreds of millions of people worldwide that are battling the disease and reach out to those who are at risk of … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, it’s extremely important to keep your feet clean and dry and to perform complete, daily foot inspections to look for cuts, blisters, ingrown toenails, and the like.
[CLICK TO READ MORE]One of the most serious conditions a podiatrist can treat is Diabetes. Diabetes is a condition where the blood sugar is not carried to the cells which can cause nerve damage and even amputation.
[CLICK TO READ MORE]At Foot & Ankle Specialists PC our patients with diabetes know that proper foot care is essential in managing the disease. Summertime presents some special challenges in caring for your feet. Due to issues with circulation and healing seemingly minor … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Ulceration refers to a sore or open wound that is caused by the breakdown of the skin. In diabetic patients, these commonly occur on the foot—in fact, foot infections are the top cause of hospitalizations for diabetic patients. Ulcerations occur … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
