by Jenneffer | Sep 22, 2015 | ABI, diabetes, heart disease, heart surgery, High blood cholesterol, High blood pressure, hypertension, Obesity, PAD, PVD, smoking, Vascular surgery, wellness
What is and ANKLE-BRACHIAL INDEX (ABI) Test?An ABI test is a simple, reliable test for diagnosing PAD in the legs. The test measures the blood pressure in your ankles and compares it to that in your arms, while lying down comfortably in the office chair. The ABI...
by Jenneffer | Jul 26, 2015 | bacteria, bandage, diabetes, infection, podiatry, prevention, wellness, wound, wound care
Is it better to keep a wound moist or let it dry out in the air? There’s a lot confusion about it. In fact, the notion is still widespread that air aids in the healing process, “so you need to let wound dry out in the air”.This assumption is incorrect, as...
by Jenneffer | Jun 7, 2015 | diabetes, feet, foot screen, neuropathy, wellness
You want them for life, so check them Your feet!Foot Check Reminder for Your Google CalendarCheck your feet daily. Once a month set your reminder for your family or friends with diabetes or neuropathy and remind them.Check your feet every day : Look at...
