Accessing the Internet a problem?
Reaction, ridicule and disappointment Accessing the internet a problem? Not today but years ago when it came to talking to health care professionals reactions varied. Information is easy to acquire today; but is is accurate? You face your doctor having just taken a...
Diabetes and the foot
Diabetes and the foot A quick refresher Diabetes and the foot is the staple diet of podiatric medical management. It should be remembered that diabetes is a disease where the body has a poor ability managing sugar digestion. Insufficient production of insulin in the...
How can podiatrists help with hand-foot syndromes?
How can podiatrists help with hand-foot syndromes? Welcome to this article about ‘hand-foot syndromes’ Hand-foot or palmar-plantar syndrome (HFS) and hand-foot skin reactions (HFSR) arise with cancer therapy. Initial symptoms include; swelling, numbness, a...
How can podiatrists help with peripheral neuropathy?
How can podiatrists help with peripheral neuropathy? The inability to recognise specific sensations at the end of the body is associated with a condition called peripheral neuropathy. Allied to cancer treatment this makes the condition an unfortunate side effect. The...
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