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International (U.K.) News: Call to set up diabetes-specific health centres

From the International (U.K.) news article: Medical researcher from Italy, Dr Peiro Galasso gave a detailed presentation on preparation of specialised footwear and insoles for diabetes patients. Another Podiatrist – specialist in diagnosis and treatment of foot disorders – Dr Bent R Neilson, speaking on treatment of foot ulcers observed that the ulcers often led to amputations of the lower …

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The Guardian: Feet first, our NHS is limping towards privatisation

From the Guardian’s news article: This clinic lost four podiatry posts to save money: though diabetic numbers soar, its budget has been static for five years. “Doing more for less,” he says with the same weary sigh you hear echoing through the NHS. As Bowen goes through the clinic’s books removing all but the most acute cases, he turns away …

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Saga Magazine article: New treatments for common foot problems

From the Saga Magazine news article: Bunions? Fallen arches? Inflammation? Here are the latest effective procedures to ease these and other foot conditions. Small incisions are made in the toe, under general or local anaesthetic, through which instruments can be passed to realign it. Because less soft tissue is stripped away than during conventional open surgery, the procedure is less …

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In the news: A podiatrist’s guide to back-to-school shoe shopping

From the Fox 2 Detroit news article: One of the most important purchases on any parent’s back-to-school shopping list should be a pair of proper fitting shoes. Dr. Jodie Sengstock, a podiatrist from Feet First Podiatry in West Bloomfield, joins us on The Nine with some advice on how to make that happen.   Watch the video at the link: …

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Medical Monday: Plantar Fasciitis

From the WXOX news article: Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the ligament in the arch, caused by overuse. Every step you take aggravates the plantar fascia-the tissue connecting your heel bone to your toes-making it difficult to heal. Fortunately, most people find relief with relatively conservative treatments such as over-the-counter arch supports and anti-inflammatory medications. If these options aren’t successful, …