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Diabetic foot care is an important part of podiatry as a specialty. Podiatrists have significant experience and training when it comes to diagnosing and treating foot problems specific to diabetes. If you are a patient with diabetes, you are at a higher risk of developing complications related to hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). Approximately 15% of patients with diabetes will go on to develop an ulcer. Typically these develop in areas of increased rubbing or pressure.
Complications related to diabetes:
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Numbness, tingling in your feet
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Poor circulation
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Wounds on feet, legs
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Slow healing of wounds
At Wiemken Foot & Ankle our providers have vast experience in treating complicated wounds and issues related to the diabetic foot. Treatment options may include:
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Wound care specific topical medications, dressings
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Wound debridement
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Antibiotics for prevention/treatment of infection
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Offloading wound in specialized shoe gear
If rapidly developing infection develops or experiencing a chronic wound that will not heal, surgical intervention may be necessary