An approach to understanding and treating common foot problems in the diabetic population
West Indian med. j
;
50(supl.1): 30-33, Mar. 1-4, 2001.
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em Inglês
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ABSTRACT
The goal of this paper is to provide an overview of common foot problems seen in diabetic individuals. Initial therapeutic intervention such as debridement ofpre-ulcerative lesions may prevent limb-threatening ulcerations from occurring. It is also essential that an understanding of the foot deformity and imbalance responsible for the high ulcerating pressures be identified and addressed for long-term treatment of these patients. The nature of compensatory foot imbalance with recommended re-alignment and balance therapies to prevent pathologic foot compensation and principles of padding and specific off-loading techniques are highlighted. Evaluation and therapy of often neglected digital deformities and treatment of nail pathology are reviewed.
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Assunto principal:
Sapatos
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Pé Diabético
Tipo de estudo:
Estudo prognóstico
Limite:
Humanos
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
West Indian med. j
Assunto da revista:
Medicina
Ano de publicação:
2001
Tipo de documento:
Artigo
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Congresso e conferência
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos
Instituição/País de afiliação:
Temple University school of Podiatric Medicine/US
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