Talking to Your Doctor About Foot Pain
by
Cynthia M. Johnson, MA Talk openly and often with your healthcare provider. It will help you make the best choices for your care. Tips for Getting InformationHere are some tips that will help you talk to your doctor:
Questions to AskAbout Your Feet and Your Foot Problem
About Your Risk of Getting Foot Problems
About Treatments
About Lifestyle Changes
About Outlook
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https://www.diabetes.org/diabetes/complications/foot-complications. Updated May 5, 2020. Accessed May 5, 2020. Foot care 101. American Podiatric Medical Association website. Available at: ...(Click grey area to select URL) Accessed May 5, 2020. Getting the most out of your doctor appointment. American Academy of Family Physicians Family Doctor website. Available at: https://familydoctor.org/tips-for-talking-to-your-doctor. Updated January 19, 2018. Accessed May 7, 2020. Last reviewed February 2020 by
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Warren A. Bodine, DO, CAQSM Last Updated: 3/31/2021 |
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