89-year-old Alan Church was found in Woodbury Care home in an appalling condition. Maggots were discovered inside his foot, and many of the creatures were breeding under his skin. The ongoing investigation by Thames Valley Police is looking into the possibility that Church was not the only patient being neglected by the home. Unfortunately, Church passed away in August of 2015, but the fight for justice by his relatives is far from finished. They believe his quality of life would have been much better if the staff at Woodbury Care did not neglect him.  

Proper foot care is something many older adults forget to consider. If you have any concerns about your feet and ankles contact Dr. Steven Schwartz from Pennsylvania. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep your pain free and on your feet.

The Elderly and their Feet

As we age we start to notice many changes in our body, but the elder population may not notice them right away. Medical conditions may prevent the elderly to take notice of their foot health right away. Poor vision is a lead contributor to not taking action for the elderly.

Common Conditions

Neuropathy – can reduce feeling in the feet, and can hide many life threating medical conditions.

Reduced flexibility – prevents the ability of proper toenail trimming, and foot cleaning. If left untreated, it may lead to further medical issues.

Foot sores – amongst the older population can be serious before they are discovered. Some of the problematic conditions they may face are:

Gouging toenails affecting nearby toe

Shoes that don’t fit properly

Pressure sores

Loss of circulation in legs & feet

Edema & swelling of feet and ankles

Susceptible Infections

Diabetes and poor circulation can cause general loss of sensitivity over the years, turning a simple cut into a serious issue.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Chambersburg and Mcconnellsburg, PA. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

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