On diabetic foot, wound healing, amputation prevention, and the merger of consumer tech with medical devices
The Hamilton Ontario Socks Off Campaign: A Revolutionary Step in Diabetic Foot Care In the heart of Hamilton, Ontario, a transformative initiative is taking root, aimed at revolutionizing the way primary care providers screen and triage patients at risk for diabetic foot amputation. The campaign, aptly named the "Hamilton Ontario Socks Off Campaign," is a... Continue Reading →
A great idea from our Jordanian colleagues. Background Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is highly prevalent among Jordanian patients, mostly are asymptomatic. Early recognition and appropriate management of neuropathy is important to improve symptoms, reduce sequelae, and improve quality of life. This study aims at exploring the role of pharmacists in the early recognition of DPN... Continue Reading →
An important contribution from Allen and coworkers Annual Foot Exams are Associated with Reduced Incident Amputation among Older Veterans with Diabetes What this paper adds: Data to improve understanding how consistent annual diabetic foot exams can reduce incident LEA in older veterans with diabetesA brief review of existing literature that reveals a gap in evidence... Continue Reading →
