Douglas E. Campbell,
D.P.M.
In association with
Douglas E. Campbell, D.P.M.
Douglas E. Campbell, D.P.M.
|
Douglas E. Campbell
can help in the treatment and correction of many foot problems. Find out more about
the treatment of:
Podiatry - Podiatry is the
medical profession of examination, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions and functions of the human foot by way of medical and surgical methods. Because many diseases are often
first manifested by symptoms in the feet, the podiatrist recognizes possible complications with other disorders, among them, diabetes, arthritis, and circulatory problems.
Well Foot Care -
Diabetic Foot Care -
Peripheral Vascular Disease Foot Care -
Arch & Heel Pain -
Ingrown & Fungus Nails -
Corns & Calluses -
Warts -
Preventive Care & Early Intervention -
Preventive care and early intervention have been shown to significantly reduce the incidence of amputation and foot deformity.It is recommended that all patients with diabetes undergo an
annual foot screening examination to determine their risk for developing lower extremity complications.
The Diabetic patient should be serviced by a multidisciplinary team which consist of your Medical Doctor. Podiatrist,Vascular Surgeon, Orthopedist, Nutritionist, and Orthotist.
Facts About Diabetes - Foot disorders
resulting from diabetes account for many of the hospitalizations of diabetic patients.
It is true that having diabetes means taking special care of your feet.
REMEMBER: Any injury to the foot or break in the skin is potentially serious in a person with diabetes. Many amputations could be prevented with proper foot care.
Changes in "feeling" such as pain; a tingling or "pins and needles" sensation' burning; numbness; or complete lack of feeling may indicate nerve damage.
Guideline For The Diabetic Foot -
Wash - your feet everyday with mild
and warm water.
Use - moisturizing cream as prescribed by your doctor.
New - shoes should be broken in gradually.
Inspect - the inside of your shoes daily
for torn linings or foreign objects.
Never - walk barefoot.
If - nails are thickened and difficult
to cut see your doctor.
NO HOME SURGERY - DO NOT use razor blades, knives, or scissors to
remove callusses or corns.
DO NOT SMOKE - smoking
narrows the blood vessels and decreases circulation to the feet.
Achilles Tendonitis - This is
a painful inflammation of the Achilles tendon (which connects the calf muscle to the
heel), commonly found among females who wear high heels.
Arthritis - Symptoms include joint
stiffness, pain or tenderness that persists two weeks or more. The cartilage
protecting the joint is eroding and pain is caused by bone rubbing against bone.
Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are the two most common forms of the disease,
though more than 100 varieties exist.
Bunion - Painful condition caused by
misalignment or enlargement of the bone at the base of the big toe (usually from
improperly fitting footwear or excessive physical activity); bunions can lead to joint
arthritis if left untreated.
Calluses - Thickened, irritated dead skin,
usually found on the heel or ball of the foot. In diabetics and other individuals
with poor circulation, the skin can become ulcerated and infected.
Corn - A hard, painful area of thickened
skin, usually covering a protruding bone or in between the toes. Often caused by the
irritation of improperly fitting shoes.
Fallen Arches (a.k.a. flat feet) - Low or
non-existent arches can lead to further disability with advancing age and inactivity.
Hammer Toe - A tightening of ligaments and
tendons causing the toe joints to buckle, forcing the toe upwards and leading to shoe
abrasion, inflammation, bursitis, corns or calluses.
Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis) - Irritation
of the ligament situated along the bottom of the foot and attaching to the heel.
Usually causes pain upon waking in the morning. Prolonged inflammation can cause
bone spurs to develop.
Hematoma - Blood beneath the nail, usually a
result of injury or excessive physical activity. Possible indicator of toe fracture.
Ingrown Toenail - Excessively curved nail
that causes pain by growing into the skin. Sometimes a chronic condition.
Metatarsalgia - Pain in the ball of the
foot, usually caused by excessive wearing of high heeled shoes.
Nail Fungus - Discoloration (yellow or
brown) or thickening of the toenail; can lead to skin infection.
Neuroma - Painful enlarged growths of
nerves, usually between the third and fourth toe, causing burning, tingling or numbness.
Neuropathy - Loss of sensation of pain, heat
and cold in feet. Frostbite is a common cause of this condition; neuropathy can lead
to serious infection if left untreated.
Sesamoiditis - Inflammation of bones
underneath the base of the big toe, usually caused by excessive physical activity and
improperly fitted shoes.
Stress Fractures - Partial break of the
metatarsals (the long bones of the foot), caused by repeated pounding or trauma.
Pain intensifies as exercise continues.
Ulcer - Open sores or breaks in the skin,
often an indicator of circulation problems and/or diabetes.
Warts - Virus causing abnormal growths on
the skin.
24 Hour Emergency
Call
(617) 541-8565
Email us at solecomfort@usa.net
