Sores and wounds on your feet can be uncomfortable, but they can be much more than that for individuals with diabetes. Because diabetes can significantly affect blood flow to your extremities, wounds on your feet can be slow to heal, leaving you at risk for infections and even the possibility of toe or foot amputation. […]
How To Care For A Diabetic Sore On Your Feet
If you are diabetic, you know about the importance of caring for your feet. Because diabetes can affect blood circulation, wounds on the foot can be slow to heal, leaving you susceptible to infection and other issues. Caring for any cuts or wounds needs to be a deliberate process, but what are some of the […]
Racial Disparities Still Exist For Diabetic Foot Ulcer Care
A recent evaluation of the landscape of diabetic foot ulcer care in America found that a person’s risk of death or leg amputation are greatly impacted by where they live and the color of their skin. According to the research out of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Black patients, particularly […]
Could “Foot Selfies” Help Prevent Diabetic Foot Problems?
You’re probably familiar with what a selfie is, but you probably aren’t aware that a new version of the picture could help to prevent problems associated with diabetes. According to researchers out of the University of Southern California, the “foot selfie” may soon become a helpful tool in identifying potential diabetic foot issues so that […]
November Is National Diabetes Awareness Month
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and diabetes is something that we’ve written about on the blog in the past. We’ve talked about caring for your diabetic feet, symptoms of diabetic neuropathy, common diabetic foot problems and how to preform self checks of your feet if you’re diabetic. It’s a topic that’s near and dear […]