Foot ulcers are a condition categorized by a shallow opening or crater that develops on the surface of the skin. More serious cases involve deeper craters that can damage nerves, tendons and even bones. Today, we take a closer look at why ulcers develop, who is at the greatest risk for a foot ulcer, and […]
Attitude May Affect Diabetic Foot Ulcer Survival
Keeping a positive attitude may help clinical outcomes of diabetic foot ulcers, according to new research out of England. For their study, health psychologists at England’s University of Nottingham interviewed a total of 169 patients over the course of five years to determine if attitudes and beliefs about symptoms could impact clinical outcomes. “We wanted […]
