Every year, the World Health Organization (WHO) chooses a theme for World Diabetes Day, which is observed every year on November 14.
Your Family Can Play an Important Role in Diabetes Management
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Do You Need a Podiatrist if You’ve Got Diabetes?
Diabetics who notice any of the following foot problems should make an appointment with a podiatrist right away to minimize the risk of limb loss:
No Need to Fear These Scary-Sounding Foot Problems
Many foot diseases have names that sound scary, but they’re not serious at all. In honor of Halloween and all things ghoulish, here are some conditions of the feet whose names can really jump out and scare you:
Healing from Turf Toe Can Take Time
But from what we know about turf toe here at Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland, it could be quite a long time before the wide receiver suits up again.
October 20 is World Osteoporosis Day
Podiatrists Megan L. Oltmann, DPM and Craig B. Frey, DPM want to call attention to a bone disease that affects 1 in 4 women and 1 in 8 men. Osteoporosis means “porous bone.”
Need Foot or Ankle Surgery? Choose a Well-Qualified Surgeon
Sometimes, you can’t avoid foot or ankle surgery. It may be your only option to piece together broken bones.
Vaping Sets Up Teenagers for Serious Illnesses
The effect of vaping on teenagers’ lungs is in the news. And the news is pretty shocking. Colorado, Utah, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Oregon are just some of the states that have reported teens hospitalized with serious respiratory illnesses.
8 Ways for Seniors to Create a Safer Living Space
Many of these falls result in a traumatic injury such as a broken hip or brain damage. They can trigger a downward spiral into poor health. They can rob older adults of their independence.
Plantar Fasciitis Can Be a Big Deal
The plantar fascia is a thick ligament on the bottom of your foot. It connects your heel bone to the base of your toes and has the important job of supporting your foot’s arch.
Back to School: Time to Take Care of Yourself
If you discover a problem with your feet or sustain a sudden injury, visit foot and ankle surgeons Craig B. Frey, DPM and Megan L. Oltmann, DPM at Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland.