Sharing Information About Podiatry

2021

• Diagnosis And Treatments For Diabetic Foot Ulcers

  27 September 2021

  Diabetic foot ulcers can occur in those who have long-standing hyperglycemia and poorly managed diabetes. They can even develop in diabetics who have tight control over their blood sugar levels. Diabetic foot ulcers often develop on the soles of the feet; however, they can also form on the ankles and heels of the feet. If not recognized and treated early on, diabetic foot ulcers can become infected, and in severe cases, foot amputation may be necessary if the wound becomes gangrenous.
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• What Causes Plantar Fasciitis And What Can You Do About It?

  22 February 2021

  Plantar fasciitis causes pain in the foot that is usually felt when you are taking your first steps in the morning after your feet have been at rest all night. Plantar fasciitis is felt anywhere from the ball of the foot to the heel. This is because it affects the tissue that runs from the heel to the toes, and it becomes inflamed, which results in the pain. The inflammation will subside and your feet will feel less painful as you move, but you will feel it again after you've been at rest.
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