Why Should I Put Sunscreen On My Feet?
Many people do not think about their feet when applying sunscreen, but did you know that the skin on your feet is highly susceptible to melanoma and other forms …
Diabetic Foot Care
March 27th Is American Diabetes Association Alert Day
Did you know that there over 7 million Americans unaware they have diabetes or are considered prediabetic? According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) statistics, there were approximately 30 …
5 Tips to Decrease Healing Time of Your Diabetic Ulcer
As we continue our focus this month on the topic of diabetes (especially as it relates to the foot and ankle) we hope to empower and educate you on …
Preventing Diabetic Foot Ulcers
In the past we have written extensively about the complications that arise from diabetes. These have included complications such as cardiovascular problems, peripheral neuropathy, atherosclerosis, foot ulcers, infection susceptibility …
Diabetes Prevention: The Best Kind of Medicine
Every November, the health care community at large educates the public on the global pandemic of Diabetes. In fact the United States has dubbed November as diabetes Awareness Month. …
I Have Diabetes. Can I Have Surgery?
The answer to the question posed in the title of this article is not a simple yes or no. Diabetes is a complex illness that affects multiple systems in …
The Obesity Factor
What is the one thing a person can do that will improve all of the health markers used in medicine? The answer is simple…lose excess weight. In turn the opposite is …
Obese and Diabetic: A Foot’s Worst Nightmare!
What is the one thing a person can do that will improve all of the health markers used in medicine? The answer is simple…lose excess weight. In turn the opposite is …
Diabetes and Charcot Foot
Tis the season for being on our feet. When your feet hurt, it throws your whole day off. What if your feet don’t hurt or feel anything at all? …
PAD – Peripheral Arterial Disease with Diabetes
November was Diabetes Awareness Month. Awareness of this disease is key to prevent long-term catastrophic complications that may result in ulcers, infections, amputations and even death. There are many …