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For Immediate Release
4/7/2006
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More than 20 million children and adults in America have
diabetes and another 41 million have pre-diabetes. Diabetes affects the nerves
and blood vessels in the feet, which, if left untreated or not properly cared
for, could lead to serious medical problems such as ulcers or even
amputation.
With 80,000 amputations a year due to diabetic complications, the American
Diabetes Association (ADA) tapped LifeBridge Health podiatrist Neil Scheffler, D.P.M., to write a book on proper foot care
for diabetics. Dr. Scheffler co-authored the book, 101 Tips on Foot Care
for People with Diabetes, 2nd edition, with Jessie H. Ahroni, Ph.D.
"The book was written in an easy-to-read format and is meant to be a guide
for people with diabetes,” says Dr. Scheffler. "It's an essential tool in
teaching diabetics the steps to proper foot care and gives the reader the
knowledge he or she needs to help prevent the onset of any serious health risk.”
101 Tips touches on topics like preventive measures, weight and foot
problems, exercise, the importance of wearing the proper shoes and socks, proper
foot washing and toenail care. It also points out to readers how to treat
minor foot problems as well as how to identify major problems, such as foot
ulcers, nerve damage and circulation problems.
Dr. Scheffler says, "It's important for people with diabetes to follow
a daily regimen of foot care in order to keep their feet healthy and avoid such
complications as neuropathy, poor circulation and other disorders that could
lead to amputation.”
The book is now available at bookstores nationwide, the
ADA Web site (www.diabetes.org), or by calling
1-800-ADA-Order.
LifeBridge
Health is a regional health-care organization that includes Sinai
Hospital of Baltimore, Northwest Hospital Center, Levindale Hebrew
Geriatric Center and Hospital, Jewish
Convalescent & Nursing Home, and related subsidiaries and
affiliates.
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