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Diabetic Foot Care and Orthotics in Metro Detroit
Diabetes requires special foot protection. Our custom orthotics prevent ulcers, distribute pressure evenly, and protect sensitive diabetic feet from injury and complications.
Understanding Diabetic foot care
Diabetes increases the risk of foot problems including neuropathy, poor circulation, and ulcers. Custom diabetic orthotics help distribute pressure evenly, reduce friction, and protect vulnerable feet. Combined with regular foot assessments, orthotics are essential for diabetic foot health.
Common Causes
- Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
- Poor circulation affecting healing
- High blood sugar affecting tissue
- Foot deformities and pressure points
- Improper footwear
- Lack of protective sensation
Signs & Symptoms
- Numbness or tingling in feet
- Loss of protective sensation
- Calluses and corns
- Foot deformities (hammertoes, bunions)
- Wounds that heal slowly
- Changes in foot shape or color
- Pain or cramping in legs
When to Seek Professional Care
- You have diabetes and foot concerns
- Numbness affects your ability to feel injuries
- You have calluses or pressure points
- Previous foot ulcers or wounds
- Want to prevent diabetic foot complications
Frequently Asked Questions About Diabetic foot care
Diabetes causes nerve damage (neuropathy) that reduces sensation and circulation problems that impair healing. Small injuries can become serious quickly.
Custom orthotics help prevent injuries before they occur.
Custom orthotics help prevent injuries before they occur.
Diabetic orthotics are designed to reduce pressure points, minimize friction, and accommodate deformities. They use softer materials in contact with skin and provide total contact support to distribute weight evenly.
At minimum, annual comprehensive foot exams are recommended. Those with neuropathy or previous foot problems should be seen more frequently.
We provide thorough assessments and ongoing monitoring.
We provide thorough assessments and ongoing monitoring.
Many insurance plans, including Medicare, cover diabetic footwear and orthotics with proper documentation. We verify your coverage and assist with insurance requirements.
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