Those with diabetes are at a higher risk for foot complications, which makes proper foot care extremely important. Due to lack of sensation in the feet from nerve damage and poor circulation, a small injury (like a scratch or blister) can go unnoticed and quickly worsen. Poor blood flow in this area also makes healing more difficult, which can cause the wound to become infected before you even realize it is there. Untreated infections can even lead to major complications, for which amputation may be necessary. Daily checks of the feet are crucial for those with diabetes. You should be looking for any signs of injury or other issues, such as red or dry patches, cuts or scrapes, temperature changes, corns, or calluses. Anything unusual should be reported to your doctor at Comprehensive Foot Specialists right away. You should also prioritize scheduling regular visits with your doctor to ensure the long term health of your feet.

Foot surgery is not painful, due to the precautions that are taken before and during surgery. A majority of podiatric cases are performed under Monitored Anesthetic Case, or MAC anesthesia. This is a type of anesthesia where the patient is typically still aware, but very relaxed and oftentimes does not recall any of the events leading up to the surgery, and/or the surgery itself. Any procedure that requires an incision will utilize some type of anesthetic, whether that anesthetic is localized to the area being treated or is focused on the entire body. Pain associated with foot surgery is usually present after the surgery itself. Swelling and inflammation are common after many types of surgery, including foot surgery. The amount of pain you experience depends upon your personal pain tolerance, as well as the complexity and scale of the procedure that was performed. Minor procedures tend to cause less pain during the recovery period. At Comprehensive Foot Specialists, our doctors are knowledgeable in pain management, and we will provide you with a detailed post-operative recovery plan and instructions so discomfort can be minimized while you heal.