For many people, the hardest part of getting medical care is simply getting there. A short doctor's appointment can require arranging transportation, getting in and out of a vehicle, navigating parking lots, using mobility equipment, coordinating caregivers, and spending hours away from home. For others, the barrier is financial. Home podiatry can help remove some of those obstacles.
Care for Aging Feet
Routine foot care can become increasingly difficult with age. Changes in vision, flexibility, balance, circulation, strength, and mobility can make even basic foot care challenging. Home visits allow older adults to receive professional podiatric care without making an unnecessary trip outside the home.
When Leaving Home Is Difficult
Patients who use wheelchairs, walkers, canes, or other mobility devices may find traditional medical appointments exhausting. Others may be recovering from illness or simply have significant difficulty walking. Bringing podiatric care into the home can make receiving treatment considerably easier for both patients and caregivers.
Helping you Care for Someone You Love
Family members are often responsible for helping aging parents or loved ones manage their healthcare. Foot problems can be especially difficult because family members may not feel comfortable trimming nails, treating painful calluses, evaluating skin changes, or determining whether something needs medical attention. A home visit allows the patient to receive professional care while giving caregivers an opportunity to ask questions and better understand what is happening.
When Getting Care is Not Simple
For some people, cost is the primary obstacle to receiving podiatric care. Sometimes these barriers result in people going months—or even years—without appropriate foot care. Our Community Care Program is one attempt to reach some of those individuals directly in their homes.