Why Professional Care for Diabetic Wounds Is Crucial

The goal of diabetic foot care is to prevent more serious issues from happening in the future. To do this, constant and consistent attention is needed so that more serious developments from diabetic wounds can be looked after properly.

Diabetic wounds are common and not seeking professional care when discovered can have damaging consequences. Knowing how they form may be helpful so that you can keep an eye out for yourself or  loved ones.

So What is a Diabetic Wound/Ulcer and How Does Form?

A diabetic wound is an open sore on someone with diabetes and occurs anywhere on the body. The foot and lower limbs are common areas for the wound to appear. The reason for this is because the feet are the farthest from your heart, making blood circulation more of a challenge. As circulation reduces, it makes that part of your body less capable to deal with injuries, and cuts and other problems take longer to heal. And with diabetes being a factor, it can interfere with your nerve function, making it harder to sense pain in your feet. 

A cut on your foot may go unnoticed and with the lack of healing capabilities, the wound can get bigger and eventually become a diabetic ulcer. If left untreated with proper care, it can lead to an infection that can have serious consequences such as life-saving amputations.  This is why professional preventative care is so crucial so that complications like this can be avoided.

How To Treat Diabetic Wounds

If you have diabetes, make sure you contact us right away if you experience any type of wound or injury in your feet. Make sure that you keep weight off the cut as much as possible regardless if you feel little or no pain.

We typically lower the risk of infection by  checking the wound for foreign materials and removing them. If there are signs of an infection, you’ll need emergency care such as taking issue samples and x-rays to see if the infection has reached bone. At River Podiatry, our team is ready to serve and consult in order to help you safely run at all times. Set up an appointment today to speak with our team of trusted foot health professionals.