Diabetes And Your Feet!

Intermittent Claudication: A Cause of Leg Cramps

The body relies on circulation to ensure that all parts and tissue receive the nourishment they need. When this process is impaired by a condition like peripheral arterial disease, it can lead to a range of issues, including intermittent claudication. Being able to understand and recognize claudication may actually play a big role in keeping you […]

Why Footwear Matters for Diabetic Patients

Neuropathy: Managing the Numbness and Tingling

Have you ever sat on the floor cross-legged for too long and had pins and needles in your feet when you stood up? They can cause your feet to feel so sensitive it is difficult to even step on the floor. Some people have this feeling on a regular basis—it’s called peripheral neuropathy. In addition […]

Diabetic Foot: Avoiding Complications

Diabetes is a complex and life-altering disease. It affects everything: your eating habits, your immune system responses, and your chances of developing a life-threating condition. The health of your feet is actually a good indicator for the disease’s progression and control in your life. Healthy, well-cared for feet are typically a sign of controlled blood sugar levels. […]

Charcot Joint Breakdown: Collapsing Your Arches

If the bones in your feet broke suddenly, you would notice. The sharp pain and immediate weakness in your foot would severely impair your ability to walk. If you had a condition that deadened your nerves, however, and the deterioration in your joints happened over a longer period of time, you might not notice the […]

Neuroma: Swollen Nerves, Painful Foot

Imagine stepping on a sharp pebble. Usually your first reaction is to pick your foot up as quickly as possible so you’re no longer standing on the little rock! You might limp around for a few seconds until your sole feels better, but at least you no longer have a painful object pressing into your […]

Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction: A Cause for Flat Foot

There are some things that gain value as they age. Antique dealers are always on the lookout for pieces that have a certain “wear and tear” look that will bring a high price tag. Our feet on the other hand, don’t always fair as well when they have experienced a lot of wear and tear. […]

Hip and Knee Pain Can Begin in the Feet

You’ve probably heard the classic children’s song before: the leg bone’s connected to the hip bone, the hip bone’s connected to the back bone—and on and on. It’s simple but insightful, reminding us that everything in our bodies is connected. When you have knee pain or hip pain, knowing everything is connected could be the key […]

Flatfoot Pain: The Trouble with Low Arches

Your foot has an incredible design. All of the parts fit together in such a way as to be flexible and moveable while still being very strong. One of the important parts of the foot is your arch. Located in the middle of your foot, it is slightly raised off the ground and helps you […]