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SubscribeQ: My mother lost a leg to diabetes. Now I’ve been diagnosed with it too! What can I do to prevent an amputation? A: Besides keeping your sugar under control through medication,diet and exercise, you can preserve your legs by having your circulation, innervation, and feet checked regularly. At North Lakeland Foot Clinic our Doppler technology and [...]
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June 18, 2011
If The Shoe Fits, Wear It!
Let me tell you a short story about a 62 year old gentlemen who visited his foot doctor for diabetic care. His physical revealed poor pulse and profound numbness in his feet consistent with peripheral artery disease (PDA) and neuropathy. After receiving diabetic foot care he was fitted with a new pair of shoes through [...]
June 13, 2011
My Friend Mary
Every so often something really special happens here at North Lakeland Foot Clinic. Let me tell you a story of a patient we’ll call Mary. A long term diabetic, I’ve watched this beautiful lady lose most of her toes to this disease. Now a stubborn ulcer was threatening her foot with amputation. Searching the literature for anything new [...]
June 1, 2011
Do’s & Don’ts For Diabetics
My diabetic friends, and friends who know diabetics are always asking me for a list of DO’s and DON’Ts for care of the feet. Since sixteen million Americans have diabetes and 25% will develop foot related problems, you might want to save this column or give it to someone you love. DO’s Keep your blood sugar level [...]
May 27, 2011
A New Treament for Diabetese and Poor Circulation
Helen S. is a diabetic patient diagnosed with neuropathy who had been living with severe pain in her feet and ankles. Her physician tried to deal with the condition by prescribing six Tramadols, 1200mg of Neurotin and 3-4 Hydrocodone per day. Despite all these drugs, however, the pain got worse. Today this CNA is virtually pain [...]