diabetes

Wound in THIS part of the body that just won’t heal? It could be a sign of diabetes

From the Express news article: DIABETES patients may suffer from numbness or a loss of sensation in the feet. This could make wounds slower to heal, and may lead to amputation.  Diabetes patients could suffer foot problems  Patients may have neuropathy – numbness in the foot  Wounds harder to feel  May lead to infections High blood sugar levels in diabetes …

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Study: True impact of diabetic foot ulcers

From the University of Leeds study media release: The prognosis for people with an infected diabetic foot ulcer is worse than was previously thought, according to new research. More than half the patients in the research study did not see their ulcer heal over a year — and one in seven had to have part or all of their foot …

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Ipswich Hospital praised for successfully tackling needless diabetic foot amputations

From the Ipswich Star news article: The College of Podiatry has praised the trust for its work in successfully reducing the number of diabetics needlessly undergoing amputations. In 2010, Ipswich Hospital launched a programme to promote foot checks for diabetes inpatients. Videos teaching staff how to check feet were shown in all wards and monthly random audits were carried out …

Barefoot Training

Is Barefoot Training Ever a Good Idea?

From the Self news article: Lately, it seems like shoes have become optional for getting in a good workout. While we all remember the barefoot running craze from a few years back, a more recent spike in barefoot lifting has forced more gyms and weight rooms to develop “you at least have to wear socks” policies. On the flip side, …

Better Balance at Every Age

From the Health Day news article: Working on your balance is key to staying active and injury-free today and in the future. Balance is part of some exercise disciplines, and there are also specific exercises you can do. Get started with heel-to-toe walking. Place the heel of your right foot just in front of the toes of the left foot. Heel …

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7 Reasons You Have Swollen Feet and Ankles

From the Care2 news article: Swollen feet and ankles can cause worry and discomfort. But before you start thinking of the worst, realize that innocent acts like standing for long hours can cause your feet to swell. Feet and ankles swell when the body retains excess fluid in the lower legs. This can happen due to a number of reasons. …

diabetes-ulcer

True impact of diabetic foot ulcers

From the Science Daily news article: The prognosis for people with an infected diabetic foot ulcer is worse than was previously thought, according to new research. More than half the patients in the research study did not see their ulcer heal over a year — and one in seven had to have part or all of their foot amputated. Foot …

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A Step Towards Good Health

From the Diabetes Canada news article: Foot problems are very common in people with diabetes and can lead to serious complications. Diabetes can cause nerve damage (also known as diabetes peripheral neuropathy – DPN) and poor blood flow or circulation to the legs and feet (also known as peripheral arterial disease – PAD). As a result, people with diabetes are …