If you have diabetes, you have to manage your health wisely. Part of that is taking care of the health of your feet; even a small, seemingly harmless cut can lead to more serious concerns. With nerve damage making your feet feel numb, sores, blisters, and wounds are more likely to develop into long-term issues. […]
For people with diabetes, finding the right pair of shoes is important. Minor issues like calluses, corns, and blisters can easily turn into more serious conditions when you have diabetes. Ensuring that your shoes are the right fit and offer comfort is an effective way to prevent any foot problems. Most studies show that only […]
March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This is a great time to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. This is especially important for people who suffer from diabetes, which can have major effects on their feet. Let’s take a look […]
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. It is a condition that millions of Americans suffer from and can cause serious health problems, especially for your feet. Now is the perfect time to go over exactly how diabetes impacts your foot health and what you can do. HOW DOES DIABETES IMPACT FOOT HEALTH? When blood sugar levels […]
While bacterial and fungal infections or just plain tiredness are among the leading causes of having hot feet, the burning sensation you may be experiencing, systemic diseases like diabetes could be another cause. Since there are so many conditions that can cause your feet to feel hot or tingling, you need to see your foot care professional for […]
November is American Diabetes Month, and what better way to commemorate the occasion than with some straightforward yet essential advice for proper foot care when you have diabetes. The consequences of poorly managed diabetes can be quite severe, with horrible outcomes such as gangrene and possible amputation. However, with the proper care and a comprehensive […]
One of the insidious effects of diabetic neuropathy is an inability to feel pain due to numbness from nerve damage. Being numb to pain means that foot problems can go undetected and lead to worsening damage or a microbial infection that could rapidly progress and result in the amputation of a toe or worse, which […]
Losing the sense of feeling in your feet and toes is a very disturbing and possibly life-threatening experience that is often caused by diabetes complications. This sense of numbness and tingling can create problems doing everyday activities like walking and just plain standing. Since a tingling sensation and numbness in your feet and ankles can […]
Those who suffer from diabetes know that they are at a much higher risk of developing foot and ankle injuries. Not only are injuries more likely, but serious foot disease is more likely to occur in diabetics. One such serious disease is known as Peripheral Neuropathy. This condition causes the foot to slowly lose the […]
Diabetes is a very serious disease that many people suffer from. Not only do people with diabetes have to worry about their weight, their nutrition, and their medications, they also have to worry about the health of their feet. People with diabetes are more likely to suffer from complications of the feet like osteomyelitis. Osteomyelitis […]
