Diabetes is a Long Game: MD Podiatrist

During November’s Diabetes Awareness Month, America’s podiatrists are encouraging people with diabetes to focus on preventing complications in the feet long before they happen. More than 38 million Americans have diabetes. That includes about 5.8 million people between the ages of 18 and 44 and more than 350,000 children and adolescents.

“Foot care is diabetes care,” said Dan Michaels, DPM. “Taking good care of your feet sets you up to win at your long game with diabetes.” Your podiatrist can not only monitor your feet and any complications such as loss of sensation due to high blood sugar, but also recommend the right footwear for your activities and quickly treat any injuries you may sustain to your feet and ankles. For people with diabetes, any injury to the foot or ankle is an emergency that warrants immediate medical attention. Your podiatrist can also collaborate with the rest of your diabetes care team to help you manage your A1C.