Diabetic Feet - Theory

This course will provide an advanced understanding of how this systemic disease affects the entire body.  Of all the systemic diseases, diabetes causes more non-traumatic amputations than any other. Peripheral Vascular Disease, neuropathy, increased risk of infection, ulcers and Charcot Foot can have a devastating effect on the person with diabetes. Although all persons with diabetes are at risk for foot ulcers, this course will take a close look at some key factors that increase the likelihood of diabetic foot ulcers including diabetic foot screening and risk level evaluation.