The management of neuropathic ulcers of the foot in diabetes by shock wave therapy

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Diabetes is becoming one of the most common chronic diseases, and ulcers are its most serious complication. Beginning with neuropathy, the subsequent foot wounds frequently lead to lower extremity amputation, even in the absence of c...

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Main Authors: Pascone Michele, Moretti Lorenzo, Maggio Giulio, Notarnicola Angela, Moretti Biagio, Tafuri Silvio, Patella Vittorio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-05-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2474/10/54