Diabetic Footcare
Diabetes is a chronic condition marked by high levels of glucose in the blood. It is estimated that 6% of the population over 18 years have diabetes.
Diabetes is associated with a range of potential complications, including foot ulcers and lower limb amputations. More than 4,400 diabetes-related amputations are performed in Australian hospitals every year. Diabetic foot conditions severely reduce one’s quality of life and have major impacts on health related problems including disability and premature death.
Diabetes is associated with a range of potential complications, including foot ulcers and lower limb amputations. More than 4,400 diabetes-related amputations are performed in Australian hospitals every year. Diabetic foot conditions severely reduce one’s quality of life and have major impacts on health related problems including disability and premature death.
How Diabetes can affect your feet?
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Katie has completed postgraduate university studies in Diabetes Education and Management to better help you manage your diabetes. Katie will perform comprehensive assessments on your feet to check nerve response and circulation readings. She works alongside your GP in providing the best quality of care and treatment plan suitable to your needs.
85% of diabetes-amputations are preventable if problems are detected early and managed appropriately. Don’t become a statistic, book an appointment today.
85% of diabetes-amputations are preventable if problems are detected early and managed appropriately. Don’t become a statistic, book an appointment today.