P.A.D or atherosclerosis: Is a narrowing or occlusion of the arteries This occurs in the legs, and it can affect the feet. Symptoms of PAD: The most common symptom is claudication. Claudication can feel like a dull cramp, fatigue or pain in your hip, thigh or calf...
Kristin K. Titko, DPM, MBA, is a board-certified specialist at the Center for Foot Care, a leading podiatric practice in Cincinnati. Dr. Titko has written several articles on achieving and maintaining good foot health, and regularly presents seminars and lectures on...
Amniotic Membranes Help With Healing in Diabetic Feet Acute wounds typically proceed through the phases of healing in a timely manner. Chronic wounds however become stuck in the initial phases of healing, leading to the overall delay in formation of granular or...
Diabetes and foot problems go hand in hand. Most diabetics are diagnosed with foot-related issues and have to seek medical help as soon as possible. There are several diabetic symptoms that contribute to foot infection. For instance, patients with sugar problems...
Risk And Benefits Hiking, unlike other, more tedious exercise programs, may be an exercise option that persons with diabetes might find enjoyable. Hiking may encourage balance training and reduced ground reaction forces. These benefits may be augmented by trekking...
When you have to spend more time at home Keep the skin around the back of your heels soft and comfortable by applying a rich cream twice a day- I like Vitamin E cream for over the counter. Keep your nails cut to a reasonable length- eventually you’ll get to put shoes...
