A few warm days in the Oklahoma City area and people start thinking about open-toed shoes and getting the first pedicure of the season. Before you book your appointment, however, we at Edmond Norman Foot & Ankle want to recommend that you do a little investigating first. Nail salons can be a fungal and bacterial […]
Category: Diabetic Feet
The Painful Problem of Neuropathy
A common condition that we at Edmond Norman Foot & Ankle treat is neuropathy. Neuropathy is basically nerve damage that results in pain and discomfort in your feet and ankles. In addition to pain, symptoms of neuropathy can include: burning, cramps, tingling, muscle weakness, numbness, loss of sensation, difficulty bending and stretching toes, ankles and […]
Dr. Buksh Joins Board of The Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons
While attending annual Symposium at Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons from November 10th – November 13th, Dr. Bil Buksh was elected by his peers to serve as on the Board of Directors. Dr. Buksh gratefully accepted this prestigious role and is excited to help further the association. The A.E.N.S. was founded as a society to promote […]
Controlling Diabetes through Nutrition
At Edmond Norman Foot & Ankle, we encourage our patients to eat a balanced diet because maintaining a healthy weight has a very positive impact on foot health. For patients with diabetes, good nutrition is even more important because in addition to weight, food impacts blood sugar levels which is a key component in controlling […]
Celebrate American Diabetes Month
Did you know that 1 in 11 Americans has diabetes? It causes more deaths than AIDS and breast cancer combined. One of the biggest threats of this disease is diabetic ulcers that are slow to heal and can allow dangerous infections to develop which can penetrate all the way to the bone. Your feet are […]
Reducing the Risk of Diabetic Foot Problems
For patients with diabetes, what are normally seen as minor foot issues can become major medical threats. Ingrown toenails, blisters, sunburn, and cuts on the feet can all lead to an ulcer or infection that can be difficult to heal due to the poor circulation and weakened immune systems that many diabetic patients face. At […]
Self Checks for Your Feet
While we are not suggesting that you start doing your own podiatric check-ups and forgo your visits to Edmond/Norman Foot & Ankle Clinic, doing regular self checks on your feet is a good way to help ensure that your feet are healthy and functioning properly. Here’s a rundown of the major areas to check and […]
4 Ways to Protect Senior Feet
They say that the eyes are the mirror of the soul but did you know that the feet are often the first indicator of serious medical issues? Early signs of several major health conditions, including diabetes, arthritis, poor circulation and certain nerve problems can be detected in problems with your feet. At Edmond Norman Foot […]
3 Biggest Concerns for Patients with Diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month and a good opportunity for some reminders about caring for your feet if you have diabetes. While diabetes is a disease which affects many parts of the body, it has the potential to cause serious health issues for your feet. At Edmond/Norman Foot & Ankle Clinic, we want you to […]
Treating Chronic and Acute Wounds
Although simple cuts and scrapes usually heal on their own with just a clean bandage and a little time, there are some wounds that require additional attention. Any cut in the skin or tissue is considered a wound. Wounds can be caused by traumas and accidents, surgeries, or can be a condition associated with a […]