Diabetic Evaluation

Diabetes is problematic in terms of overall health as well as foot health. If you know or suspect you have diabetes, you need an accurate diabetic evaluation. Thunderbird Footcare is here to provide exactly that. Reach out to us today at (602) 547-2111 to find out more about our diabetic evaluation service. This initial assessment will pinpoint possible issues before they worsen to the point that they are serious problems that potentially undermine your health as a whole.

A diabetic foot assessment begins with the posing of questions about health history with a focus on the feet. Muscle control and strength will be assessed. Nerve checks will be conducted to gauge the ability to sense temperature, touch and pressure. The blood flow to the toes and feet will also be checked. Deformities in the feet and the toenails will be noted.

Furthermore, issues with foot skin such as blistering, calluses, cracking, ulcers, fungal infections, sores and dryness will also be identified and recorded in your file for posterity’s sake. The results of the diabetic evaluation determine if you are at risk for foot complications related to diabetes and culminate in the development of a management plan. Time is of the essence as diabetes has the potential to develop, go unnoticed and continue to develop until a major medical event occurs. Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment where we conduct your diabetic evaluation.