The photo of the patient's foot, sent from his campsite, included a cheeky note: "I remember you telling me that getting in trouble doing something was better than getting in trouble doing nothing.

In combined analysis (n = 39), the average wound closure rate was 98%, and all 19 patients previously diagnosed for potential ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . “The impact of diabetic foot ulcers has been historically difficult to quantify, but our study shows that these ...

Diabetic patients, especially those with very high hyperglycemia, are at an increased risk of developing foot sores or ulcers. 1 The ulcers are often painless, which may be due to neuropathy or nerve ...

Researchers have developed a new shoe insole technology that helps reduce the risk of diabetic foot ulcers, a dangerous open sore that can lead to hospitalization and leg, foot or toe amputations.

Sores on the feet can signal problems with the eyes in patients with diabetes. Prior research and anecdotal experience show that diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic retinopathy frequently co-occur. New ...

Guest: Michelle Diss (Nurse Practitioner). HealthLine is a fast paced show that keeps you informed of the latest developments in the worlds of medicine, health and wellness. Since January of 1996, ...

A topical cream that helps regulate macrophage activity was effective in treating diabetic foot ulcers, a clinical trial reported. In 236 patients with foot ulcers treated for 16 weeks, the proportion ...

The treatment of chronic wounds represents a major public health challenge, starting with diabetic foot ulcers which affect ...

Treating a simple diabetic foot ulcer can cost $8,000; an infected one, $17,000. The main message for the average diabetic: Take off your socks and shoes at every visit to the doctor and ask that he ...

If you have diabetes, you’re probably aware that it’s crucial to pay attention to the state of your feet. People with diabetes can experience myriad health issues. Most develop foot pain, discomfort, ...