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Psychosocial and Educational Implications of Diabetic Foot Complications

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The Diabetic Foot

Part of the book series: Contemporary Diabetes ((CDI))

Abstract

In recent years, clinicians have begun to recognize the impact that educational, psychosocial, and behavioral factors have on treatment success for leg and foot wounds. Furthermore, many now consider quality of life as an important outcome of treatment for those suffering from neuropathy, foot ulcerations, and amputations. However, although interest is increasing, behavioral aspects of the diabetic foot remain fledging science. Researchers are only now beginning to investigate the psychological response to diabetic foot ulceration and amputation and the behavioral and psychological factors that influence self-care. Although cross-sectional studies have explored these areas, little longitudinal data currently exists.

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  3. Columbia University, New York, NY

    Arlene Smaldone DNSC, CPNP, CDE (Assistant Professor of Nursing)

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Weinger, K., Smaldone, A. (2006). Psychosocial and Educational Implications of Diabetic Foot Complications. In: Veves, A., Giurini, J.M., Logerfo, F.W. (eds) The Diabetic Foot. Contemporary Diabetes. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-075-1_24

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