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Why every podiatrist needs modifiable chairside insoles
While there are many off-the-shelf orthotics, these insoles may not marry up to the needs of the patient when presented straight out of the box, which means that modifications may be necessary to support the foot and help alleviate issues.
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The Importance of Pressure Off-loading Devices for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention
In the UK, over 4.9 million people have the condition, with a further 13.6 million people at increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Unfortunately, the implications of diabetes to the individual can be severe. Without proper preventative care, people with the condition are at risk of complications such as foot ulceration, which can lead to lower-limb amputation. Lets look at offloading pressure and some of the tools available to achieve this.
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Understanding Diabetes: A focus on world diabetes week
Diabetes is a long-term medical disorder caused by high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It happens when the body either generates insufficient insulin or cannot properly utilise the insulin it does create. The pancreas secretes insulin, a hormone that aids in controlling blood sugar levels and permits glucose to enter cells for use as an energy source.
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Top Tips for Diabetic Foot Care
Diabetic lower limb products and daily living aids. Includes diabetic insoles, monitoring and prevention solutions to ensure safe and healthy feet.
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Diabetic foot ulcer prevention winning debate against wound care, says ALG CEO
The CEO of a leading medical technology company has called for greater emphasis to be placed on the prevention of diabetic foot ulcers rather than wound care. The 7th International Symposium on the Diabetic Foot – held once every four years – brought together more than 1,500 delegates from over 100 countries.
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Algeos launches Diabetic foot care clinics in India
Algeos India CEO, Bhushan Hemade said the company plans to launch 100 clinics across the country in the next two years with each clinic calling for investment of Rs 30 lakh excluding real estate cost. The company has lunched clinics at seven locations in Mumbai.