Diabetes leads to a number of physical and physiological changes, diabetic foot is one of them.Diabetic foot is an umbrella term used to describe a number of problems that a chronic diabetic may face in the feet.People with a long history of diabetes often complain that while walking, they feel 'cloud' like sensation under their feet, this is due to altered sensory nerve conduction.Pain under the heel, burning,tingling,numbness or even faulty body balance can all be a result of 'diabetic polyneuropathy'. Polyneuropathy as the name suggests, is a condition which symbolises improper electrical conduction through multiple nerves in the foot.Swelling,delayed healing of injuries,change in the shape of toes/ toe nails are common features that describe this condition.Simple wounds get infected and may also form gangrene if proper care is not taken.Prevention is better than cure when it comes to diabetic foot.Regular foot examination,maintenance of hygiene and regul...
This blog is an effort to emphasize the importance of physiotherapy in physical well being. A simple language sans medical terminology has been used to make the information understandable for the reader. Readers are requested,not to jump to any conclusions about their health merely reading these blogs.One should always seek medical advice in case of any health concerns.