Category: Foot Health

How to Treat a Diabetic Foot Ulcer – A Condition Related to 85% of Diabetes-Related Amputations

According to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), about 15% of patients with diabetes will suffer from a diabetic foot ulcer. Of those, approximately 14 – 24% will require an amputation (accounting for 85% of all diabetes-related ampu... continue »

Common Ailments As Seen By the Podiatric Surgeon

Quiz: It is estimated that 2 million people complain of this condition each year and yet only 1 in 4 visits a specialist. Give up? It’s heel pain. The specialized soft tissue of the heel functions as a shock absorber for the foot during any activit... continue »

Step Into Good Foot Health

According to the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society, the average person takes 10,000 steps each day, which adds up to more than three million steps per year. April is national recognized as Foot Health Awareness Month, and is a great oppor... continue »