Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetic Foot Care

If you have diabetes, you have already been told by your doctor to take good care of your feet. Diabetic foot care is important because diabetes causes high glucose levels which can have a negative effect on your feet in primarily two ways.

First, uncontrolled diabetes can damage the nerves in your feet and legs. When your nerves are damaged, you may not be able to feel heat or cold, or worse pain. That means, if you cut your foot or have a sore on your foot, you may not immediately know it’s there. This lack of feeling is called diabetic neuropathy, and is a complication of diabetes.

Secondly, continued high blood glucose for an extended period of time can result in poor blood flow. When blood flow is poor, sores, wounds, and infections heal more slowly, if at all. If an infection doesn’t heal, it could lead to an amputation. Here at S.E.T. FootCare, Dr. Jeffrey Klein provides exemplary diabetic foot care and treatment options.

We will examine your feet and treat any conditions or problems you are experiencing. Your feet may need treatment if you have nerve damage or improper blood flow, both of which can cause infections. Aside from getting foot care treatment here in Waterford, MI, you should be self-monitoring your diabetes and keeping blood sugar levels under control, being more active, washing your feet daily, trimming your toenails, and always wearing socks and shoes. Call us today to schedule a diabetic foot care appointment so we can examine your feet for any signs of problems.

Bunion Surgery

Bunion Surgery

Bunions are a painful, but common foot condition.   This foot condition is caused by inflammation of the bursa that develops into a bump or bulge that pushes the toe out of alignment.  They are often found on the inner foot, near the big toe, or sometimes on the fifth toe.  As bunion growth progresses, patients may experience pain, redness, extreme sensitivity and difficulty walking or wearing shoes.

Fortunately, we offer expert care and treatment for bunions at our practice.  Through bunion surgery, we can completely remove any bunions and restore your quality of life.  This procedure is always performed in a convenient and comfortable environment.

To learn more about bunion surgery and the treatments available for your foot conditions, please call us at 248-681-6180 or visit our website to learn more.

Shockwave for Heel Pain

Shockwave for Heel Pain

Heel pain can be severely debilitating for suffering patients.  Many athletes and people with flat feet experience this pain as a result of a common foot condition known as plantar fasciitis.  At our practice, we offer a unique, conservative treatment known as shockwave therapy, or ESWT.  This revolutionary treatment has helped many of our patients find lasting relief from their heel pain.

Shockwave therapy uses high intensity sound waves to increase blood flow and promote your body’s natural healing process.  ESWT has had a very high success rate among our patients.  In the convenience of our office, patients have found lasting relief from even severe heel pain.  In general, patients experience no downtime from work.  It is an excellent treatment for those with plantar fasciitis and heal spur syndrome.  If you are experiencing heel pain, we encourage you to visit our practice and learn more about the benefits of shockwave therapy.

 

Laser Treatment for Toenail Fungus

Laser Treatment for Toenail Fungus

Eliminating toenail fungus can be a frustrating and difficult task to accomplish on your own.  While there are many treatment options available, one of the best ways to remove your infection is through laser treatment.  This alternative treatment is a quick and effective way to remove your infection for good.  At our practice, laser treatment only lasts about 15 minutes.  This means that you can return to your daily schedule and your health in no time.

We want to make treating your fungal infection simple and efficient.  If you are struggling with toenail fungus, we encourage you to learn more about laser treatment.  Contact our office by calling 248-681-6180 to find out if this effective treatment is the best choice for your fungal issue.

Plantar Warts

Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are small, noncancerous growths that occur on the surface of your skin.  They may be found on the sole, heel or ball of the foot.  This condition is caused by a virus known as HPV, and although it is generally harmless, it can spread from person to person.  Plantar warts can be transmitted when in public pools, gym showers, and other regularly wet surfaces. 

It is important to have any growths on your feet diagnosed.  This is especially true of diabetics and those with weakened immune systems.  If you think you have plantar warts, visit us at our practice.  We offer a variety of treatments, including laser treatment.  After a diagnosis, we can provide you with the treatment that is best suited to relieve your irritation, discomfort and pain.