How your podiatrists in Fort Worth and Denton, TX, can help with diabetic wound care
Did you know that diabetes can have a dramatic effect on your feet? It’s true. Diabetes can cause impairment to your immune, nervous, and circulatory systems. Your extremities can be severely affected, especially your feet. Your podiatrist can help you protect your feet.
Dr. Steven Lund and Dr. Leslie Rousseau at Metroplex Foot & Ankle Center provide a wide range of podiatry services, including diabetic wound care. They have two convenient office locations in Fort Worth and Denton, TX, to help you.
Delayed healing is one of the major changes caused by diabetes. That means if you have a cut, blister, laceration, or other damage to your foot, the injury might not heal properly. In fact, the injury can develop into a painful diabetic foot wound. The diabetic wound can become infected, causing pain and loss of function.
You can take several important steps to protect yourself from developing a diabetic wound. Remember to:
- Wash your feet in warm water and mild soap every day
- Apply moisturizing cream to keep your skin from cracking
- Check your feet and toes daily for cuts or blisters
- Keep your toenails clean and trimmed straight across
- Wear comfortable, supportive socks and shoes
For small diabetic wounds, you need to:
- Gently remove dead skin around the wound
- Apply topical medication to the wound
- Bandage the wound with sterilized gauze
- Rest and take the weight off your feet
Diabetic foot wounds can become infected, causing serious problems including pain, swelling, and loss of mobility. Your podiatrist can help you heal and get relief from a diabetic foot wound. Professional podiatry treatments include:
- Prescription oral or topical antibiotics to eliminate infection
- Prescription topical medications to reduce wound pain
- Bandaging to protect the wound
- Assistive devices to help you stay mobile
To learn more about foot wounds and diabetes, talk with the experts. Call Dr. Steven Lund, and Dr. Leslie Rousseau at Metroplex Foot & Ankle Center. You can reach them in Fort Worth, TX, by calling (817) 595-1310, or in Denton, TX, by calling (940) 323-2225, so call now.