Diabetes is a condition that necessitates a lot of juggling. You must check blood sugar, eat healthy foods, find time to exercise, take medications, attend doctor's appointments, and keep your feet healthy on top of those tasks. Diabetes is also the leading cause of nontraumatic leg, foot, or toe loss, which you can avoid with diabetic foot care in Valencia, CA. Dr. Tony Avakian of Valencia Foot and Ankle Center can educate you on the importance of diabetic foot care and the potential consequences diabetes can cause. He can also recommend treatment options that optimize your health and well-being.
The Importance of Diabetic Foot Care
When you have diabetes and don't check your feet for lesions, sores, redness, swelling, and changes to the nails or skin, you raise your risk for amputation. You're also required to wash your feet daily, wear properly-fitted footwear during feet-friendly exercises, never go barefoot, and keep your blood flowing to reduce episodes of nerve damage, tingling and numbness (neuropathy). Diabetic foot care from our podiatrist, can promote healthy feet and detect problems early, when they're easiest to treat, during a comprehensive exam that includes checking for sensation and blood flow in your feet, ankles, and legs. The American Diabetes Association recommends that diabetic patients see their podiatrist at least once a year for a checkup but regularly to ensure optimal foot health.
Consult our podiatrist at the first sign of changes in your feet, and don't hesitate to visit our office for slight concerns. Dr. Tony Avakian at Valencia Foot and Ankle Center may recommend Anodyne Therapy, a painless procedure, to treat diabetic neuropathy if you're a candidate. It uses infrared light emitting diodes (LEDs) because infrared light penetrates deeper into the body and forces the body to release healing factors to repair damaged nerves and reduce pain. Please explore our website to learn more about the conditions we treat and the services provided. For more information about diabetic foot care in Valencia, CA, or to schedule an appointment, call (661) 288-2321.