Given the fact that DFUs occur in approximately 15% of patients with diabetes and there are more than 34 million people in the U.S. with diabetes, using a relevant diabetic foot ulcer classification system for patients is essential.
There are several diabetic wound classification systems. But how do you choose which one to use?
Foot pain is common as you get older, especially after age 50, but it isn’t something that should be ignored. The wear and tear on your feet over the years can cause foot pain and other issues that can be indications of more serious injuries or conditions.
Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar has undergone successful surgery on his fractured metatarsal in Brazil, his club have confirmed.
A conservative approach that seeks to avoid even minor surgery whenever possible has made Long Beach’s Advanced Foot & Ankle Center the venue for foot treatment Orange County and southern Los …
It is hard to overstate the importance of healthy feet and ankles for everyday life. That’s why, when one is suffering from an injury like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis or ankle …
Patients being treated with the new therapy experience an end to their chronic foot pain and avoid surgery, says noted podiatrist Dr. Pedram Aslmand PR Newswire LONG BEACH, Calif., Aug. 14, 2013 LONG BEACH, …
One of the biggest trends in the running world these days is barefoot running. As some runners are searching for the perfect shoe, to maximize performance, some people are getting rid of them all together. But is …
Laser treatment for toenail fungus offers a new hope for those who suffer from this condition. While toe nail fungus is certainly not life threatening condition for the vast majority of patients, it can be a real …
Gout can cause a burning sensation in your toe or any joint that it has affected. The most common joint to be affected by gout is the joint between your big toe and your foot. The usual …
Bunion surgery is usually the last treatment that is tried to relieve the pain from a bunion. Other less invasive treatments are tried, with varying degrees of success. In fact, some folks who have bunions will not …
Morton’s Neuroma can cause burning, tingling, cramping and pain between the third and forth toes. As the name implies, Neuroma refers to an enlargement of the nerve. It is considered a benign thickening of the nerve, as …