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Diabetic Wounds Care

Specialized wound care for diabetic patients. Our comprehensive approach prevents complications, promotes healing, and preserves limb function through advanced therapies.

Why Diabetic Wound Care is Critical

Diabetic foot wounds are a serious complication of diabetes that can lead to infection, hospitalization, and even amputation if not properly managed. People with diabetes are at higher risk for foot problems due to neuropathy (nerve damage), poor circulation, and impaired immune function.

Early detection and proper treatment are essential. Our specialized diabetic wound care program combines advanced therapies, patient education, and preventive strategies to optimize healing and prevent complications.

Risk Factors for Diabetic Foot Problems

Neuropathy (Nerve Damage)

  • Loss of sensation in feet
  • Can't feel pain, heat, or cold
  • Increased risk of injury
  • Delayed wound detection

Poor Circulation

  • Reduced blood flow to feet
  • Slower wound healing
  • Increased infection risk
  • Cold feet and cramping

Foot Deformities

  • Bunions and hammertoes
  • Abnormal pressure points
  • Calluses and corns
  • Increased ulceration risk

Other Risk Factors

  • Poor blood sugar control
  • Smoking and tobacco use
  • History of foot ulcers
  • Kidney disease

Types of Diabetic Foot Problems

Neuropathic Ulcers

Caused by loss of sensation leading to unnoticed injury. Often occur on the bottom of the foot at pressure points. These wounds can develop quickly and become infected.

Characteristics:

  • • Round, deep ulcers
  • • Usually painless initially
  • • Located on soles of feet
  • • Surrounded by callus

Risk Factors:

  • • Peripheral neuropathy
  • • Foot deformities
  • • Improper footwear
  • • High plantar pressure

Ischemic Ulcers

Result from poor blood circulation (peripheral artery disease). These wounds are slow to heal and are prone to infection. Often occur on the sides of the feet or toes.

Characteristics:

  • • Irregular shape
  • • Located on foot borders
  • • Pale wound base
  • • Slow healing

Risk Factors:

  • • Peripheral artery disease
  • • Smoking
  • • High cholesterol
  • • Hypertension

Neuroischemic Ulcers

Combination of neuropathy and poor circulation. These are the most serious type of diabetic foot ulcers and have the highest risk of complications including amputation.

Characteristics:

  • • Mixed presentation
  • • Can occur anywhere on foot
  • • High infection risk
  • • Poor healing potential

Risk Factors:

  • • Both neuropathy and ischemia
  • • Long-standing diabetes
  • • Poor glycemic control
  • • Previous foot ulcers

Our Comprehensive Treatment Approach

1

Wound Assessment

Comprehensive evaluation including vascular assessment, infection screening, and wound classification using advanced diagnostic tools.

2

Advanced Therapies

Specialized wound care including debridement, advanced dressings, negative pressure therapy, and bioengineered skin substitutes.

3

Prevention & Education

Patient education, custom orthotics, proper footwear, and ongoing monitoring to prevent recurrence and complications.

Advanced Wound Care Therapies

Wound Debridement

Removal of dead tissue and bacteria to promote healing. Includes surgical, enzymatic, and autolytic methods based on wound type and patient condition.

  • • Sharp surgical debridement
  • • Enzymatic debridement
  • • Autolytic debridement
  • • Mechanical debridement

Advanced Dressings

Specialized dressings that maintain optimal wound environment, control exudate, and promote healing through various mechanisms.

  • • Hydrocolloid dressings
  • • Alginate dressings
  • • Foam dressings
  • • Antimicrobial dressings

Negative Pressure Therapy

Vacuum-assisted closure system that promotes wound healing by applying controlled negative pressure to the wound bed.

  • • Promotes blood flow
  • • Removes excess fluid
  • • Reduces swelling
  • • Stimulates tissue growth

Regenerative Therapies

Cutting-edge treatments including platelet-rich plasma, stem cells, and bioengineered skin substitutes for complex wounds.

  • • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
  • • Stem cell therapy
  • • Skin substitutes
  • • Growth factor therapy

Preventing Diabetic Foot Complications

Daily Foot Care

  • Inspect feet daily for cuts, blisters, or redness
  • Wash feet daily with mild soap and warm water
  • Dry feet thoroughly, especially between toes
  • Moisturize feet but not between toes

Lifestyle & Professional Care

  • Control blood sugar levels
  • Quit smoking to improve circulation
  • See podiatrist regularly for check-ups
  • Wear proper diabetic footwear

Specialized Diabetic Wound Care

Don't risk complications from diabetic foot wounds. Our experienced podiatrists specialize in diabetic wound care and provide comprehensive treatment to preserve your mobility and prevent amputation.