Sayantan Majumder

   Diabetic ulceration of grater toe of left foot What is a Diabetic Foot Diabetic foot is a condition that exhibits any pathology that results directly from  diabetes mellitus  or any long-term complication of diabetes mellitus. The foot of a diabetic patient has the potential risk of pathological consequences including infection, ulceration and/or destruction of deep tissues. Principal causative factors are peripheral neuropathy , vascular compromise, ulceration, and infection. These factors, often associated with trauma or foot deformity, lead to an increased risk of lower limb amputation. People with diabetes are 25 times more likely to lose a leg than people without the condition. Diabetic foot is a complication that can occur to any diabetic person and can lead to amputation and even death if not taken care of. In many cases, foot ulceration can be prevented with appropriate healthcare and patient education. All people with di...

What Diabetes really is  It is a disorder of the metabolism causing excessive thirst and the production of large amounts of urine. Diabetes Mellitus or simply diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by high levels of blood glucose resulting from defects in Insulin production or it’s action or both. These effective exercise ensure both musculoskeletal and cardio-respiratory fitness. Diabetes epidemic is increasing in size and complexity day by day, which increases the realization that physicians alone are unable to provide the care required by the people affected with diabetes. Only a multi-disciplinary team approach can prevent, control and treat diabetes and other complications caused by it. Physiotherapists can assess, diagnose, treat and manage musculoskeletal manifestations and other complications associated to diabetes.   How Physiotherapy works in Diabetes Lifestyle modification and Exercises  Lifestyle modification in...