Diabetics and foot health
What is it with diabetes and feet? Diabetic clients develop problems with the smaller blood vessels which service the feet. As the circulation deteriorates, so does the person's nerve and muscle structures that rely on that blood supply. This in turn may lead to numbness and muscle wasting in the feet. Also the person's ability to detect a problem is decreased due to a gradual loss of feeling in the feet, exposing them to the risk of greater injury , infection or ulcerations. Regular routine neurologic, vascular and gait examinations are very important to maintaining the foot health for our growing diabetic population. Some people with diabetes may qualify for a Medicare rebate if referred to us on a care plan from their GP.
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