Diabetic Foot & Wound Care
Causes and Treatment Options
If you have diabetes, taking care of your feet is an important part of protecting your overall health. Diabetes can affect circulation, nerve function, immune response, and wound healing, making even a small blister, cut, or sore more likely to develop into a serious problem if left untreated.
Our goal is not only to treat existing foot problems but also to help prevent future complications. We evaluate pressure points, circulation, nerve health, and other risk factors that can contribute to ulcers, infections, and delayed healing. With regular foot care and early intervention, many diabetes-related complications can be avoided.
Whether you’ve noticed a new foot concern or simply want to stay proactive about your foot health, schedule an appointment today. A comprehensive diabetic foot evaluation can help protect your mobility, independence, and quality of life.
Diabetic Foot Conditions and Complications
Diabetic Foot Ulcers are open sores that can develop when pressure, nerve damage, poor circulation, and impaired healing affect the feet.
Pressure Injuries result from prolonged pressure or repetitive friction that damages the skin and underlying tissues.
Slow-Healing Wounds are wounds that do not progress through the normal healing process, often due to poor circulation, infection, or underlying medical conditions.
Foot Infections can occur when bacteria or fungi invade the skin, soft tissues, joints, or bone, potentially leading to serious complications if left untreated.
Charcot Foot is a serious complication of neuropathy that causes the bones and joints of the foot to weaken and collapse, resulting in deformity and instability.
Limb Preservation focuses on preventing severe infections, amputations, and loss of mobility through comprehensive treatment and preventive care strategies.
How We Diagnose Diabetic Foot Conditions and Complications
At Rochester Clinic, we evaluate not only your current symptoms but also the underlying factors that may increase your risk for foot complications.
Your evaluation may include:
- Review of your symptoms and medical history
- Examination of your foot, ankle, and gait
- Assessment of flexibility and biomechanics
- Digital X-rays
- Diagnostic imaging when necessary
Our goal is to identify the root cause of your issue so we can recommend the most effective treatment.
When Should You Schedule a Diabetic Foot Evaluation?
You should schedule an appointment if:
- You have diabetes and have not had a recent foot evaluation
- You notice numbness, tingling, burning, or loss of sensation in your feet
- You develop a blister, sore, cut, or wound that is not healing normally
- You notice redness, swelling, drainage, or signs of infection
- You have thickened nails, calluses, corns, or areas of increased pressure
- You experience changes in foot shape, balance, or walking ability
Regular foot evaluations can help identify problems early and reduce the risk of serious complications.
Request an appointment today.
