Diabetes can have a serious impact on the feet by reducing circulation and damaging nerves. This combination increases the risk of ulcers, infections, and delayed healing, often without the person noticing an injury at first. Common warning signs include numbness, tingling, skin changes, and slow healing cuts or blisters. Preventive care is essential and includes daily foot inspections, keeping the skin moisturized, and wearing properly fitted shoes that reduce pressure points. Regular trimming of toenails and avoiding walking barefoot can also lower the risk of complications. Even small wounds should never be ignored, as they can quickly progress to more severe problems. Routine checkups with a podiatrist help detect issues early and preserve mobility. If you have diabetes and notice any changes in your feet, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a podiatrist for a thorough evaluation and ongoing care.

Diabetic foot care is important in preventing foot ailments such as ulcers. If you are suffering from diabetes or have any other concerns about your feet, contact Arnold Farbstein, DPM from Texas. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetes affects millions of people every year. The condition can damage blood vessels in many parts of the body, especially the feet. Because of this, taking care of your feet is essential if you have diabetes, and having a podiatrist help monitor your foot health is highly recommended.

The Importance of Caring for Your Feet

• Routinely inspect your feet for bruises or sores.
• Wear socks that fit your feet comfortably.
• Wear comfortable shoes that provide adequate support.

Patients with diabetes should have their doctor monitor their blood levels, as blood sugar levels play such a huge role in diabetic care. Monitoring these levels on a regular basis is highly advised.

It is always best to inform your healthcare professional of any concerns you may have regarding your feet, especially for diabetic patients. Early treatment and routine foot examinations are keys to maintaining proper health, especially because severe complications can arise if proper treatment is not applied.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Houston, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

Wearing the right shoes can play a huge role in the health of your feet. When shopping for new shoes, there are several things that you can do to ensure that you buy the best shoes for your feet. It is recommended that you shop for shoes in person rather than online, so that you can try on shoes, making sure that they fit well and leave room for the toes to move freely in. In a brick and mortar store, you will also be able to ask a salesperson to measure your feet to find out your exact shoe size. Many people wear the wrong size shoes because they are unaware that their feet have changed with age. It is also suggested that you try on shoes in the afternoon when the feet are at their largest. When you find a pair of shoes that are comfortable and fit properly, you may want to feel the inside of the shoe for tags, seams, or other materials that could potentially irritate your foot. You may also want to inspect the soles to make sure that they are thick enough to cushion and protect your feet. For more tips on buying the right shoes for you, consult with a podiatrist today.

It is important to find shoes that fit you properly in order to avoid a variety of different foot problems. For more information about treatment, contact Arnold Farbstein, DPM from Texas. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Proper Shoe Fitting

Shoes have many different functions. They cushion our body weight, protect our feet, and allow us to safely play sports. You should always make sure that the shoes you wear fit you properly in order to avoid injuries and deformities such as: bunions, corns, calluses, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, and more. It is important to note that although a certain pair of shoes might be a great fit for someone else, that doesn’t mean they will be a great fit for you. This is why you should always try on shoes before buying them to make sure they are worth the investment. Typically, shoes need to be replaced ever six months to one year of regular use.

Tips for Proper Shoe Fitting

• Select a shoe that is shaped like your foot
• Don’t buy shoes that fit too tight, expecting them to stretch to fit
• Make sure there is enough space (3/8” to ½”) for your longest toe at the end of each shoe when you are standing up
• Walk in the shoes to make sure they fit and feel right
• Don’t select shoes by the size marked inside the shoe, but by how the shoe fits your foot

The shoes you buy should always feel as good as they look. Shoes that fit properly will last longer, feel better, and improve your way of life each day.

If you have any questions please contact our office located in Houston, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

The peripheral nervous system is responsible for sending signals between parts of the body and the central nervous system. If it becomes damaged due to medical conditions such as diabetes, neuropathy may gradually develop. Symptoms include muscle weakness, numbing or tingling sensations, and the feet may feel cold. Other causes of this ailment may include narrowing of the arteries which can happen from smoking, existing autoimmune diseases, or hormonal imbalances. This condition can cause the inability to feel cuts, bruises, or wounds on the feet, which may become infected if left untreated. If you have any of these symptoms, it is suggested that you schedule a consultation with a podiatrist who can help you manage neuropathy. 

Neuropathy

Neuropathy can be a potentially serious condition, especially if it is left undiagnosed. If you have any concerns that you may be experiencing nerve loss in your feet, consult with Arnold Farbstein, DPM from Texas. Our doctor will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment for neuropathy.

What Is Neuropathy?

Neuropathy is a condition that leads to damage to the nerves in the body. Peripheral neuropathy, or neuropathy that affects your peripheral nervous system, usually occurs in the feet. Neuropathy can be triggered by a number of different causes. Such causes include diabetes, infections, cancers, disorders, and toxic substances.

Symptoms of Neuropathy Include:

• Numbness
• Sensation loss
• Prickling and tingling sensations
• Throbbing, freezing, burning pains
• Muscle weakness

Those with diabetes are at serious risk due to being unable to feel an ulcer on their feet. Diabetics usually also suffer from poor blood circulation. This can lead to the wound not healing, infections occurring, and the limb may have to be amputated.

Treatment

To treat neuropathy in the foot, podiatrists will first diagnose the cause of the neuropathy. Figuring out the underlying cause of the neuropathy will allow the podiatrist to prescribe the best treatment, whether it be caused by diabetes, toxic substance exposure, infection, etc. If the nerve has not died, then it’s possible that sensation may be able to return to the foot.

Pain medication may be issued for pain. Electrical nerve stimulation can be used to stimulate nerves. If the neuropathy is caused from pressure on the nerves, then surgery may be necessary.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Houston, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.