Swollen feet and ankles can be an early warning sign of diabetes-related health issues. Diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels, can lead to a variety of complications ...

Diabetes is a condition that results in high blood sugar (glucose) in a patient because the body is not making enough of the hormone insulin, which helps break down the sugar entering the cells and ...

(StatePoint) Foot ulcers develop in about 15% of the 25 million Americans living with diabetes and are a top cause of hospitalization. These ulcers can lead to serious complications, such as infection ...

Sometimes, “your feet are the first place where you can see warning signs of things like diabetes or vascular disease or even skin cancer,” says Hira Mirza, a podiatrist at CLS Health in Houston. “If ...

Background. A 61-year-old man with type 2 diabetes mellitus presented to a diabetic foot clinic 1 year after he injured his left foot in a slip injury. Examination showed collapse of the longitudinal ...

Living with diabetes requires constant attention to many aspects of health, but one area that deserves special focus is wound ...

A 56-year-old woman ignored swelling in her feet and ended up facing kidney failure and heart strain. Doctor emphasises the importance of early check-ups.

Managing diabetes isn’t just about controlling blood sugar—it’s about protecting the heart. With proactive care and lifestyle ...

Healthy circulation includes upward blood flow in the veins from the legs to the heart. Unfortunately, the force of gravity works against this normal circulation. Prolonged sitting and standing can ...

Orthopedic providers at University of Utah Health are part of a team of internationally renowned experts who specialize in foot and ankle care. As part of an academic medical center, we work to remain ...