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Diabetic Foot Management
Regular foot exams are a critical step in avoiding diabetic foot complications and amputation
Approximately 30 million people (or 1 out of every 11 people) have diabetes in the United States today. Often, the feet can reveal initial warning signs such as loss of feeling, redness, tingling, swelling, or non-healing wounds. Making at least two appointments a year to have your feet examined is a critical step in avoiding diabetic foot complications and amputation.
Our staff has trained extensively in diabetic care of the foot and ankle. We believe our patients are the core members of the healthcare team and should be fully involved in the treatment process. Some of our specialties related to diabetes include:
Amputation prevention
Athlete's foot
Blisters
Bunion deformities
Cellulitis
Charcot foot
Circulation / blood flow evaluation
Corns & calluses
Debridement
Deformities of the foot & ankle
Diabetic shoe prescriptions
Dry skin
Foreign body removal
Fungal toenails
General diabetic foot care
Grafting
Hammertoes
Infection control
Ingrown toenails
Injections
Limb salvage
Neuropathy
Offloading of pressure points
Orthotics (custom made)
Osteomyelitis
Preventative surgery
Puncture wounds
Shoegear modification
Surgery
Traumatic injuries
Ulcers / wound care
Custom Orthotics
To relieve pressure from an ulcer and help it heal, our podiatric doctor can create custom custom-fit orthotic shoe inserts specially designed for your needs.
Orthotics are custom-made medical devices prescribed by a foot and ankle surgeon. These specialized shoe inserts support and align the feet and lower extremities. Pain reduction, pressure re-distribution, and injury prevention are all common reasons people wear orthotics.
While over-the-counter (OTC) orthotics are readily available in many stores, they are made to cater to a wider range of people. Some patients may get relief using such OTC devices; however, they are often inadequate in that they do not provide sufficient support, shock absorption, or a proper fit. Custom orthotics are produced specifically for your feet, and can better address the needs of each patient.
Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with the disease for years, our providers are happy to evaluate you and help you tackle the challenges of the diabetic foot.
