DIABETIC SHOE and CUSTOM INSERT PROGRAM

Diabetes is a systemic disease that affects many areas in the body. It is particularly troublesome to the foot.

Foot problems that occur in Diabetics include:

• Lack of sensation known as peripheral neuropathy or LOPS
• Poor circulation and/or cold feet
• Pressure Points and/or ulcers
• Dermatitis
• Slow Healing

Diabetics should check their feet every day and call the podiatrist if any problems are noted.

In most cases we recommend the use of diabetic socks and properly hydrating creams for the foot and ankle.

It is commonly recommended that Diabetics visit the Podiatrist every 1-2 months for footcare and examination since they should not cut their own nails .

Good shoes that fit properly with extra-depth and multidensity inserts are the recommended footwear for Diabetic patients.

Diabetic shoe and custom insert

Dr. Segel provides the state of the art TOG Gait Scan to measure foot pressures, assess walking, demonstrate areas of concern for the Diabetic and a 3D color scanner for foot architecture transmision.

Therapeutic Footwear Program CMS Approved Multi-density Shoe Inserts Langer Custom Inserts

For active Diabetics who visit their primary care doctor as advised, Medicare will pay for 1 pair of approved shoes and 3 pairs of appropriate inserts each year. Note that Medicare pays 80% and your medigap insurance will likely pay the rest.

Dr. Segel is an approved Medicare provider who can prescribe and dispense Medicare approved Diabetic shoes. The staff is well trained, experienced and available to help you with the process.

Call to Segel Podiatry (508) 696-6461 to find out if your Insurance company covers shoes for you.

We believe that it is essential to educate our Diabetic patients, independent of insurance, about appropriate shoes and encourage them to obtain proper footwear at most times.

For patient conveniece, we carry a selection of well chosen diabetic shoes that can be ordered as needed. We also offer customized shoes when appropriate.