Research by medical students at St. George’s University in London found that the loss of sensation in the feet in diabetics could be a predictor of certain cardiovascular events like heart attack or strokes. As we’ve documented in past posts, diabetes affects how blood flows throughout the body. Diabetes can damage blood vessels and nerves, […]
Permanent Surgical Screws: The Aaron Dobson Case
Last Sunday was the final football-less Sunday of the year, and as teams make their way through training camp some players are still trying to recover from last year’s injuries. New England Patriots wide receiver Aaron Dobson is one such player. Dobson suffered a stress fracture in his left foot at the tail end of […]
Sunburnt Feet: Treatment and Prevention
The summer is often filled with trips to the lake and strolls through the park, but you need to be careful when exposing your skin to direct sunlight for hours on end. Most people remember to apply sunscreen to their arms, face and shoulders, but oftentimes your feet can get overlooked. Below, we provide some […]
Pro Teams Should Be Banned From Hiring Their Own Doctors
Art Caplan of the Division of Medical Ethics at the NYU Langone Medical Center recently penned an article claiming that sports teams shouldn’t be allowed to hire their own medical personnel. In his article, Caplan notes that the current system is flawed, as it doesn’t look out for the athlete’s best interests. Caplan claims that […]
Foot Ulcers Extremely Costly For Diabetic Patients
Diabetic foot ulcers double care costs per patient compared to diabetic patients without ulcers, according to a new study published in the March issue of Diabetes Care. Researchers noted that diabetic ulcer care adds around $9 billion to $13 billion in yearly diabetic care expenses for patients in the U.S. They noted that the added […]
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