New wounds develop from old habits. Smoking, poor dietary choices, wearing inappropriate fitting shoes, and a sedentary lifestyle are just a few examples. And if you are living with Diabetes, then you are *15%-25% more likely than the general population to develop a diabetic foot ulcer in your lifetime.
New wounds develop from old habits. Smoking, poor dietary choices, wearing inappropriate fitting shoes, and a sedentary lifestyle are just a few examples. And if you are living with Diabetes, then you are *15%-25% more likely than the general population to develop a diabetic foot ulcer in your lifetime.
Every visit will include a clinical observation of skin condition, circulation, signs of infection, and foot structure
The wound and surrounding skin is cleansed with normal saline. An anti infectant is then applied to the wound base. The wound is then covered with a sterile dressing to protect it from bacteria entering the wound. Finally, a wound care summary will be provided, along with general recommendations and guidelines to follow.
Watch for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, warmth, pain, or discharge. If you notice any of these signs, see a doctor right away. Keep the wound clean and dry by covering the wound with plastic cling wrap before showering. Avoid putting prolonged pressure on the injured foot by matching rest with activity as much as possible.
