If you have diabetes you probably already know the importance of having periodic foot exams. Many diabetics have reduced circulation in their feet and this can leave them open to a wide range of foot problems. It is very easy for diabetics with foot circulation problems to have small foot problems become big ones. Even an infected corn can end up becoming a serious situation demanding immediate diabetic foot care. If you would like to see our Lakewood Township podiatrist for expert diabetic foot care, we know you will be very happy with the treatment and care you receive at our foot care practice.
Our podiatric practice is Dr. Theodore D’Amato. Our top-notch podiatrist is Dr. Theodore D’Amato -- a highly trained and well-respected podiatrist. We encourage all diabetic patients to come in to see our diabetic foot doctor on a regular basis. Once our Lakewood Township podiatrist has a chance to meet with you and review your individual situation he will be able to tell you precisely how often you should plan on coming in to our office for periodic diabetic foot exams.
Patients with diabetes can develop a wide range of foot problems. These problems can be characterized by: pork circulation; numbness and burning in the feet; loss of balance and strength; development of foot ulcers; and development of foot infections. Unfortunately, when diabetic foot problems are left untreated, patients can develop gangrene and need amputations. Of course patients want to avoid these situations at all cost; a great start would be to make sure that you come in to see our diabetic foot doctor for regular foot checkups. Our Lakewood Township podiatrist will be able to develop a program of foot care just for you. This program will be custom developed to treat and reverse any existing foot problems you might have, and to keep new foot problems from developing in the future. Our podiatrist can work with your internist or endocrinologist to help maintain your longevity and quality of life. At the very minimum, it is recommended that diabetics come in to see our Lakewood Township podiatrist on an annual basis. Of course, at the earliest sign of any foot or leg ulcer developing we will want you to contact us for an immediate appointment to see our diabetic foot doctor. Also, at the earliest sign of any foot injury or foot infection, such as fungal toenails or athletes foot, we recommend that you contact us as well for immediate diabetic foot treatment.
By Dr. Theodore D'Amato DPM
March 14, 2016