OBJECTIVE Foot and ankle problems are highly prevalent in the general population; however, little is known about the characteristics of those seeking medical assessment for these problems. The objective of this study was to explore the extent and types of musculoskeletal foot and ankle problems in primary care. METHODS Consultation data related to musculoskeletal foot and ankle problems in 20...

Background. The chronic complications of diabetes mellitus (DM) result from a wide variety effects disease. correlation between blood sugar level and has been demonstrated in various studies. Patient education, risk factor management, other preventative measures are critical elements reducing the incidence such as Diabetic Foot Syndrome (DFS). We purposed to evaluate knowledge attitudes towards...

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder which is characterized by multiple long-term complications that affect almost every system in the body. Foot ulcers are one of the main complications of diabetes mellitus. However, there is limited evidence on the occurrence of foot ulcer and influencing factors in Ethiopia. An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted in Gondar University...

Diabetic foot ulcers and associated wound care methodologies have been the subject of rigorous research during the last decade. It is important for clinicians to educate themselves on the latest therapies and incorporate them into wound care protocols appropriately. This report reviews innovations in diabetic foot care from a US perspective and provides a guide to the effective use of advanced ...

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Journal of Foot and Ankle Research (JFAR) is a new, open access, peer-reviewed online journal that encompasses all aspects of policy, organisation, delivery and clinical practice related to the assessment, diagnosis, prevention and management of foot and ankle disorders. JFAR will cover a wide range of clinical subject areas, including diabetology, paediatrics, sports medicine, gerontology and ...

Midwestern University Program in Podiatric Medicine and professor of Practice, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. His research and writing interests are in diabetic foot disorders, including ulcers, wound care, infections, and the Charcot foot. He was the 2011 recipient of the prestigious Roger Pecoraro Award from the Foot Care Council of the American Diabetes Association. Adam ...