What are stress fractures?
Podiatry Doc Talk
Episode 10: What are stress fractures? A stress fracture is a tiny crack in a bone that usually happens from overuse. Putting repetitive strain on bones can break them down. Resting gives bones a chance to rebuild, the way muscles do. But when someone increases the amount of strain — as can happen when running farther or starting a new sport —sometimes the body can't keep up. The bones can't handle the added stress, and they start to develop tiny cracks called "microfractures." These can lead to stress fractures. SOME TREATMENTS: If noticed early and treated correctly, most stress...
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The Big Four
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Episode 9: The Big Four Let’s talk about the association between The Big Four problems: Equinus Haglund’s deformity Insertional Achilles Tendonitis with bursitis Retro-Calcaneal bone spurs Haglund’s deformity is a bony enlargement on the back of the calcaneus/heel bone. There is soft tissue bursa surrounding the insertion of Achilles tendon; it can become irritated when area by the bony enlargement rubs against shoes. This often leads to painful bursitis. Long-term equinus and irritation at the insertion of the Achilles tendon and lead to small bone spurs which form...
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When to Keep Wounds Moist or Dry?
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Episode 7: When to Keep Wounds Moist or Dry? When should you air out your wound? When wounds are kept exposed to the air they will dry and form a scab. The purpose of the scab is to protect the wound from environmental contamination. But, at the same time, scabbing has some disadvantages.A scab forms a barrier to the generation of new tissue. Exposed wounds run the risk of infection, which is complicated when patients have diabetes and vascular disease (PVD or PAD). Moist wound healing is considered the ideal environment for optimal wound healing. The development of a scab is no...
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Toenail Fungus
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Episode 5: Toenail Fungus Nail Fungus: A fungus is an organism that lives in warm moist areas. Fungus of the toenails is a common problem that can affect people of all ages, although it most commonly affects individuals who are older. Treatment Options: The most common treatment for nail fungus is debridement or nail trimming. Topical antifungals need to be applied around the cuticles and skin. Oral antifungal treatments benefit from a daily clean routine. The most common medication is Lamisil. It is taken for 3 months once daily. Nail Care: Discontinue...
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Annual Foot Screen
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Episode 4: Annual Foot Screen What is ANNUAL FOOT SCREEN? Your annual foot screen is a comprehensive exam in which Dr. Pulapaka and her team update/overhaul your chart, check your Medicare compliance, and perform simple & basic tests to the lower extremity as part of her Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention (LEAP) program. Who might have an ANNUAL FOOT SCREEN? Foot Screens should be performed annually on patients with at least one of these factors: · every diabetic patient · every patient...
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Diabetic Foot Care
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Episode 3: Diabetic Foot Care The importance of diabetic foot care and some Do’s & Don’ts. Washing your feet with warm or tepid water and soap every day keeps them clean and gives you a good chance to do that daily inspection. Applying a moisturizing lotion to your feet once or twice a day can also help keep your skin healthy and moist. Even with the best foot care, it would be hard to go through life without developing a callus or corn on your feet. The drugstore is a good place to pick up two first-aid essentials: antibiotic ointment and adhesive bandages (such as...
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Heel pain - plantar fasciitis
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Episode 2: PLANTAR FASCIITIS ...
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Antibiotic Resistance
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This is dedicated to my Grandmother Evelyn Trache, she passed away a few years ago at the age of 95. Her life and spirit were inspiring for me, so this series is dedicated to her. So join in with the discussions. ...
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DocTalk Trailer
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Save the Date - April 10, 2016
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The importance of diabetic foot care and some Do’s & Don’ts.
Washing your feet with warm or tepid water and soap every day keeps them clean and gives you a good chance to do that daily inspection.
Applying a moisturizing lotion to your feet once or twice a day can also help keep your skin healthy and moist.
Even with the best foot care, it would be hard to go through life without developing a callus or corn on your feet.
The drugstore is a good place to pick up two first-aid essentials: antibiotic ointment and adhesive bandages (such as Band-Aids). If you see no appreciable improvement within 24 hours, call your doctor immediately.
For many people, the regular toenail trimmers or clippers sold at the drugstore are safe for home use. Toenails should be cut straight across or following the natural curve of the toe.
You can do a lot to keep your feet healthy. In addition to protecting the skin on your feet by making smart drugstore purchases, you can extend their life by maintaining blood glucose control, following a heart-healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and wearing properly fitted diabetic shoes.