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Neurologic manifestations in the lower extremity in elderly persons
1New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York.
Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
|January 1, 1993
Summary
As the geriatric population grows, this article details assessing and treating age-related foot conditions. It focuses on distinguishing normal aging from disease for better diagnosis and care of elderly patients.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Medicine
- Podiatric Medicine
- Neurology
Background:
- The US population is aging, with 20% expected to be over 65 by the 21st century.
- Optimal podiatric care is crucial for the growing geriatric community.
- Distinguishing normal aging from pathological processes is essential for effective treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a methodical approach for assessing geriatric podiatric patients.
- To enhance diagnostic and prognostic understanding of age-related neuropathologic foot disorders.
- To guide timely diagnosis and therapeutic interventions for elderly patients.
Main Methods:
- Review of physiologic and pathologic neurologic aging processes.
- Detailed discussion of degenerative and neurovascular conditions affecting the lower extremity.
- Analysis of clinical, diagnostic, pathologic, therapeutic, and prognostic aspects.
Main Results:
- Highlights the importance of differentiating normal aging from disease in foot conditions.
- Provides insights into causative conditions, their progression, and management.
- Emphasizes the need for specialized approaches in geriatric podiatry.
Conclusions:
- Timely diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic regimens are critical for age-related neuropathologic foot disorders.
- A structured approach improves care for the elderly with foot problems.
- Understanding the nuances of aging in the foot is key to effective podiatric intervention.