MajaHouse/iStockphoto For happy feet and toes, take these foot care steps You may have heard that diabetes can lead to foot problems. It can be tempting to ignore your feet, especially if they’re feeling OK. But when your feet are OK is exactly the right...
Ettuna/iStock Everyone can benefit from a shoe that fits well. Therapeutic shoes have special features—see what qualifies them as medical treatment for people at risk for foot problems or who already have some damage. 1. Adjustable An adjustable closure, such as...
Steve Wisbauer/Getty Images For better foot ulcer protection, step out in the right shoes. A study found that custom-made shoe insoles that ease pressure underneath the foot as a person walks may help prevent a second foot ulcer better than standard insoles, which are...
