Megan Cleland, RPN Footcare

12/21/2022

Keep your eyes on your feet! 84% of recurrences of diabetic foot ulcers occur at a site other than the healed location. Nearly half of these are on the other foot. https://diabeticfootonline.com/2020/01/14/ulcer-metastasis-anatomical-locations-of-recurrence-for-patients-in-diabetic-foot-remission-apma-keckmedusc-umichmedicine/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=davidgarmstrong&utm_content=ownblogposts

11/03/2022

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A hammertoe is a type of toe deformity that affects the smaller toes, causing the joint to form a peak in the middle instead of lying flat. This peak then rubs against the inside of a shoe, causing pressure that results in pain. The longer you wait to address the issue of a hammertoe, the worse it g...

04/24/2022

Podiatrists see dermatologic symptoms and conditions every day in their practices. In this article, the author outlines, in her experience, the top ten skin conditions of the lower extremity and shares insights on presentation, diagnosis and treatment aimed towards optimizing patient outcomes

02/25/2022

Our easy-to-use Care at Home series features a guide on preventing and managing skin injuries that can be used by people of all ages to keep their skin healthy. It's for everyone, but it's especially important for those at high risk for skin injuries! http://ow.ly/yW2B50I3JJg

02/15/2022

Shoes can make or break your feet

Diabetes experts focus on foot ulcer recurrence When it comes to diabetic foot ulcers, primary healing is only half the battle. Staggeringly high recurrence rates underscore the need to continue pr…

11/16/2021

Footwear is essential.

09/23/2021

SEE HOW YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT

09/02/2021

great idea.

If you suffer from bunions, this way of lacing will help you alleviate the pressure so that you can enjoy your walks or runs even more!

06/08/2021

Background For patients with diabetic foot ulcers, offloading is one crucial aspect of treatment and aims to redistribute pressure away from the ulcer site. In addition to offloading strategies, patients are often advised to reduce their activity levels. Consequently, patients may avoid exercise alt...

05/08/2021

I have the equipment to offer this diagnostic tool

HOW TO ASSESS BLOOD FLOWING USING AN Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI) Assessment https://www.woundscanada.ca/docman/public/wound-care-canada-magazine/wcc-2019-v17-no1/1404-wcc-spring-2019-v17n1-final-p-22-24-abpi-how-to-tool-pdf/file

04/12/2021

Nutrition Checklist for use in supporting a person living with foot wounds https://www.woundscanada.ca/docman/public/wound-care-canada-magazine/2020-v19-n3/1857-wcc-fall-2020-v18n3-final-p-40-47-nutrition/filehttps://www.woundscanada.ca/docman/public/wound-care-canada-magazine/2020-v19-n3/1857-wcc-fall-2020-v18n3-final-p-40-47-nutrition/file

01/13/2021

12/14/2020

Australia could save billions of dollars in healthcare costs by investing in proven treatments for people with diabetic foot disease, according to QUT research.

11/22/2020

This is the thesis behind an interesting gait analysis study from Amemiya and coworkers Bottom line: An effective intervention for preventing callus formation for the first MTH would involve assist…

11/16/2020

Not footcare but amazing medical intervention

10/22/2020

Have you read our online exclusive feature, "Recognizing The Impact Of Nutrition In Healing Wounds?"
By Betsy F. Rosenthal, DPM, FACFAS, FASPS
https://tinyurl.com/y4owmvj4
American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons American Society of Podiatric Surgeons - ASPS Foot & Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic

09/07/2020

Winter is coming and why go out to have your toenails treated when you can get them done in the comfort of your own home. Reasonable rates, insured and the highest level of sterilization used on the tools. I am an RPN with a background in wound care. Call to book an appointment 2262039034

08/03/2020

St Michael’s Hospital MiMOSA team, South Riverdale Community Health Centre’s Choose Health team and Wounds Canada created a skit to capture the devastating e...