SokTek

06/19/2024

Today, on Juneteenth, we celebrate freedom and progress. But true freedom means equal access to quality healthcare for all.

As a physician, I'm committed to dismantling a troubling reality: disparities in wound care for patients with darker skin tones. For too long, the way we assess wounds was based on a limited view of skin pigmentation. This has led to misdiagnosis and delayed treatment, impacting patient outcomes.

As Maya Angelou said, "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."

In that spirit, I'm proud to share our co-authored paper, “Disparities in Wound Care: a focus on pressure injuries” by Laura Swoboda, Ruth Bryant, Karen Bauer, Kara Couch, Barbara Bates-Jensen, Andrew Crow, Sarah Erslev, Donna Byfield, Maria Goddard, Jenneffer Pulapaka, Jonathan Johnson, Dimitri Beeckman, Valentina Dini;" published by the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care. This work sheds light on the challenges and proposes solutions for more equitable wound care practices.

We can all be part of the change. Let's and ensure everyone receives the care they deserve.



Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC)
Florida Podiatric Medical Association (FPMA)
American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
Hatherleigh Press Ltd.

10/31/2022

Wednesday — "Your sock has a hole in it!"
Pugsley — "No it doesn’t."
Wednesday — "Then how did you get your foot in?"
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Wednesday — "Pugsley, sit in the chair... so we can play a game."

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10/30/2022

Do your feet hurt? Diabetic? Protect them and your health this Halloween. Think healthy. Be creative.

06/23/2022

Got Socks that ProTek? Learn more at www.SokTek.us

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06/01/2022

Well done Florida Division of Emergency Management ! Please create a plan for you and your family to be safe this hurricane season.

🌀 Today is the first day of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season! Before a storm threatens your community, take the time now to develop your household's hurricane plans & stock up disaster supply kits.

➡️ Learn more ways to be prepared for the season at FloridaDisaster.org/PlanPrepare.

06/01/2022

Happy Pride Month! There's nothing more beautiful and powerful than someone who chooses to be themself. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

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05/24/2022

Why make socks? Because every day 500 legs are amputated or every 20 sec a diabetic loses a foot. Let's work together with SokTek to support wellness from the ground up!
Thank you to our team:
Jenneffer Pulapaka
Amanda Tooley
Aguirre
Hari Pulapaka
Patti Winstanley
Women's Business Enterprise National Council - WBENC
WBEC Florida

How we help save feet! FACT: every day 500 legs are lost or every 20 sec a foot is amputated due to diabetes. We help businesses & employees PROTECT + PREVE...

05/16/2022

Summer is finally coming up this coming month! Are you prepared to take care of your Lower Extremity this summer? Stay hydrated! Hydration helps fight swelling in the feet and ankles while aiding in overall health.
Make sure to maintain good blood circulation by stretching the calves, flexing the ankles and wiggling the toes! 🦵
PREVENTION is KEY! 🔑
Take precautions when walking around the pool or public places - to reduce the risk of contracting fungus, or other contagious infections please wear the proper shoe wear at all times.

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04/21/2022

Peripheral Vascular Disease vs. Peripheral Arterial Disease

TWO common diseases.

Peripheral Artery Disease is often used interchangeably with the term "Peripheral Vascular Disease". The term "PAD" is use to describe the condition because it includes venous in addition the arterial disorders. Lower extremity PAD is blood flow being reduced to the legs and feet. If left untreated, PAD can lead to gangrene and limb amputation.

You may ask how could this be diagnosed? A simple noninvasive test called an ankle brachial index (ABI) which compares the blood pressure in your arms and in your legs to look for a decrease in circulation. The common symptoms of PAD is cramping, fatigue, aching, pain or discomfort in the legs that is caused by poor blood circulation. These symptoms occur during activity and usually go away with rest. Are you experiencing this?

03/07/2022

SokTek™ developed a design to help workplaces employees with uniform requirements. 45% of workers are 45+ years old with diabetes. 66% have difficulty working due to diabetic foot disease. 33% have reported foot ulcerations affecting the requirements of their daily jobs. This results in 122 hrs of lost productivity and wages per affected worker per year. Therefore, comprehensive foot care, based on temperance and education may reduce foot complications/amputations by up to 85%. We need to focus on prevention and away from reactionary ulcer care with key medical products, like SokTek™. Wellness from the ground up.

03/03/2022

Trivia Thursday!
What are you thinking? Please let us know! 👣👣

02/15/2022

Anyone with diabetes can develop nerve damage, but these factors increase your risk:

- Blood sugar levels that are hard to manage
- Having diabetes for a long time, especially if your blood sugar is often higher than your target levels
- Being overweight
- Being older than 40 years
- Having high blood pressure
- Having high cholesterol

CDC