This is a library of every article written by a FAANT doctor or staff in the last few years. The collection is quite extensive and there are some overlapping articles, but basically this is everything you ever wanted to know about your feet and ankles! Throw in some running and triathlon advice mixed in with all about shoes and socks; and you have a FAANT lasagna of articles. Enjoy!
PS. If you want more content, send us an email and we will blog or write about it.
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Your 4 Keys To Reducing Your Diabetic ComplicationsPeople often worry about the complications that come with diabetes. Here are 4 keys to helping reduce your complication risks.
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So I'm Diabetic, Why Do I Need To See A Podiatrist?So why see a podiatrist if you are diabetic and have no symptoms that you can perceive? The answer is simple. Prevention, Prevention, Prevention!
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Finding The Right Shoe For Diabetic FeetWhen looking for diabetic shoes, here are a few tips in finding the right diabetic shoe for you! Read all about them in this article.
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Charcot Foot (Charcot Neuroarthropathy)Funny name, but a serious limb threatening condition. Charcot foot is a complete collapse of the bones in the foot or ankle that occurs from neuropathy.
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Diabetic Foot Care TipsThe most common reason diabetics are hospitalized in the United States is foot infections. Diabetes can be dangerous and devastating to your feet.
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Diabetic Complications and Amputation PreventionDiabetes is nasty to your feet! People with diabetes are prone to foot problems due to peripheral neuropathy and peripheral vascular disease. In English, diabetes can cause you to have poor circulation and be unable to feel you feet. These problems together spell disaster.
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How Do I Know If I Have Poor Circulation?How does a diabetic know if they have poor circulation in their feet? There is an increased incidence of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in diabetics.
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Simple Tips to Preserve Diabetic Foot HealthThe most common reason diabetics are hospitalized in the United States is foot infections. I know that's hard to believe, but true. Diabetes can be dangerous and devastating to your feet. Here are some simple tips to preserve diabetic foot health.
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What is a Diabetic Foot Ulcer?So what exactly is a Diabetic ulcer and why is it so bad? Those with diabetes and their friends and family members have at one point and time heard the term “diabetic ulcer”. And it is usually followed by “that’s why their foot was amputated”. So what is a diabetic ulcer?