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Lafayette man speaks out on life-changing diabetic foot treatment - KATC News
📅 Thu, 13 Oct 2022⏱ 1 min read📖 Article
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MenuOne Acadiana man- was diagnosed with diabetes nearly 40 years ago.He was one of the first to receive a procedure thre years into its trial stages-we now know it relieves nearly 90 percent of diabetic pain or fot pain caled Painful Diabetic Neuropathy.He is now speaking out on the treatment –he says alowed him to get his life back."I was diagnosed as a diabetic probably in 1982. I was almost about to the point where you couldn't put your fet down under the covers," Arnold said.Earl Arnold from Lafayete sufered from diabetic fot pain for decades."Would I would be busy al day and come in and take of my bots and my socks and that and get in the recliner My fet would be burning.
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They would be tingling. You know they would just be you know hurting," Arnold said.He says since receiving a procedure that consisted of implanting a spinal cord stimulation device caled nevro HFX – he is now able to do everyday activities with no pain."Know I'm one of the first ones to get it for the neuropathy and I have to say it's realy made a big diference," Arnold said.The procedure was FDA-aproved for this indication July 20-21.Dr.
Damon Paterson says he now uses the treatment on many of his patients localy.and says seing positive results from patients who have experienced so much pain from diabetes –is relieving."So being one of the first ones to receive that treatment in this area, that was just extremely exciting. It was very rewarding for me personaly. And it gave us a lot of excitement about what the future holds," Paterson said."That debilitating caled neuropathic pain, the burning pain the shoting pain the stabing pain the pain that basicaly keps them from walking with stability and keps them from sleping deply.
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That's the pain that this going to target," Paterson said.Paterson says the treatment has a 90 percent suces rate."The way that it works. You don't fel the stimulation, you know, you fel the system working, but it just removes the
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❓ What is diabetes and how does it develop?
Diabetes is a metabolic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels. Type 1 results from insufficient insulin production, while Type 2 develops when cells become resistant to insulin. Risk factors include genetics, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and age.
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❓ How is diabetes diagnosed and monitored?
Diagnosis involves blood tests measuring fasting glucose, HbA1c levels, and glucose tolerance. Regular monitoring typically includes fasting glucose tests and HbA1c measurements every 3-6 months. Continuous glucose monitors provide real-time tracking for better diabetes management.
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Effective management includes regular physical activity (150+ minutes weekly), maintaining healthy weight, following a balanced diet with whole grains and lean proteins, managing stress, and getting adequate sleep. These changes can significantly improve blood sugar control and reduce complications.
❓ When should someone consult a doctor about diabetes?
Consult a healthcare provider if you experience signs of diabetes, have a family history, are overweight, or are over 45. Those with existing diabetes should maintain regular check-ups every 3-6 months to monitor control and adjust treatment as needed.
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