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Foot Problems - What to Ask?

Foot problems are common among older adults and can lead to both pain and disability, and almost always cause difficulty walking for older adults. When foot problems limit your activity and do not get better, a visit to your physician or podiatrist is in order. The following are questions you can bring with you when you make that visit to the doctor.

  1. What are some common foot problems that occur in older adults?
  2. How can I prevent the development foot problems?
  3. I am diabetic and my doctor said I have to care for my feet. Why?
  4. In shopping for good shoes, what should I look for?

 
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