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Essential Wound Care for Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Venous Leg Ulcers

Beyond being painful sores, diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers are serious health concerns that, if not properly managed, can lead to complications, including infection, hospitalization and, in more severe cases, amputation. Fortunately, there are effective strategies for managing these [...] Read More

Understanding Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects a large number of people. In fact, in the US alone, 38.4 million people have diabetes. That’s nearly 12% of the population. Even though diabetes has a widespread presence, many people are unaware of the damage it can cause to people’s feet. Nervous [...] Read More

The Importance of Understanding Diabetic Neuropathy for Foot Health

Diabetic neuropathy is a common yet serious complication of diabetes that affects the nerves, particularly those in the feet and lower extremities. For patients of North Texas Foot & Ankle, understanding diabetic neuropathy is crucial for maintaining optimal foot health and preventing [...] Read More

Foot and Ankle Care for People with Diabetes: Tips and Strategies for Maintaining Good Foot Health

Roughly 37 million people in the US have diabetes. Of those millions, roughly half struggle with nervous system damage to their feet or hands caused by diabetes. This major complication means that diabetics have to take exceptional care of their feet. High blood sugar levels can cause nerve [...] Read More

Siren Socks: The New System for Preventing Diabetic Foot Ulcers

We are excited to now carry Siren Socks for our at risk diabetic patients. Siren socks are a new innovation that can assist in Diabetic wound prevention. They work by monitoring the temperature of your feet, which allows our physicians to remotely monitor for 'hot spots' before they become a [...] Read More

EpiFix: A 90% Healing Rate for People with Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Diabetic foot ulcers can totally derail your life. Many people with these present end up hospitalized, and these ulcers are also the leading cause of non-traumatic lower foot amputations. That’s where Epifix comes in. It helps you get a 90% healing rate in your diabetic foot ulcer in just 6 [...] Read More

Why Diabetic Foot Exams Are Always a Smart Move

Do you experience pain, numbness, burning, or tingling in feet that gets worse during the night or when your feet are in an unsupported position? If so, you’re likely experiencing neuropathy. It’s an early sign of diabetes. And if you leave it unchecked and simply try to endure and [...] Read More

How to Find the Right Diabetic Shoes

Do you remember those big, ugly, black, square-toed shoes diabetics used to have to wear? Fortunately, you don’t have to resign yourself to such hideous footwear anymore if you’re a diabetic. Footwear has changed a lot. And it certainly improves your life with diabetes in many ways it [...] Read More

4 Benefits of Walking for Diabetics

In addition to your diet, the best thing you can do to keep your diabetes in check is to walk regularly. But, as you know, a simple scrape can turn into a lot more trouble. So, first start by making sure it’s okay to walk or do your desired form of exercise by checking with your doctor. [...] Read More

How to Care for, And Prevent, Foot Sores If You Have Diabetes

With any medical condition, the worst thing you can do is ignore it and hope it goes away. That’s certainly the case with sores if you have diabetes. Ignoring the issue can actually lead to the amputation of your foot – or entire leg. Left unattended, minor wounds can become serious foot [...] Read More

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