Of the 550 million people worldwide and 37 million people in the United States with diabetes, more than 30% will develop a diabetic foot ulcer. Patients with diabetes are at increased risk of foot ulceration due to neuropathic loss of protective sensation, muscle atrophy and...
Superficial cutaneous infections of the foot caused by dermatophytes (tinea pedis), viruses (plantar warts), and bacteria (pitted keratolysis) are common in adults. Clinical recognition and treatment of these infections are critical to avoid progression to deeper structures....
Common foot deformities can impact mobility, quality of life, and overall foot health. Great toe deformities (eg, hallux valgus, hallux rigidus/limitus), lesser toe deformities, and arch deformities (eg, pes planus, pes cavus) are structural abnormalities that can arise from...
Foot overuse injuries are caused by repetitive stress over time. They have a gradual onset and progressive nature. Signs of inflammation (eg, swelling, redness, pain) can occur in the acute phase. The etiology may be intrinsic, extrinsic, or a combination of the two....
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