Our Podiatrists Are Your Diabetic Foot Care & Wound Management Specialists in Torrance, San Pedro & Los Angeles
DIABETIC FOOT CARE
Diabetics are prone to poor circulation, have a weakened immune system and impaired nerve function in their feet. Due to poor circulation or lack of sensation after poor circulation, diabetic feet are more susceptible to developing sores, and non-healing wounds which may lead to ulcers. These wounds can also develop into serious infections which can lead to amputations, loss of limbs and even loss of life.
IF YOU ARE DIABETIC, IT IS IMPORTANT TO HAVE YOUR FEET EVALUATED BY A PODIATRIST
With diabetes, you also have a good chance of developing peripheral neuropathy. Symptoms of this nerve disorder can be pain, numbness, tingling and burning sensation in your feet. Precision Foot and Ankle Center recommends that you come in for a comprehensive diabetic foot evaluation.
Precision Foot and Ankle Centers will use the latest technology to test and assess the circulation to your feet, and determine if you have neuropathy. Once the evaluation is complete, our Foot Doctor will design a treatment plan specifically for you. If have diabetes please make an appointment, so that our podiatry team can provide you with the care you'll need to minimize possible complications.
WOUND CARE
Amputation Prevention Specialists
Having an open wound, increases the chances of infection. If you have a non healing wound on your lower extremity, it is essential that you act to get it healed as quickly as possible to prevent infection and further complications. If you have diabetes, you are especially at risk for complications. The sooner a wound is treated the greater the patient's chances are of healing.
Our doctors are trained in advanced wound care techniques including total contact casting, the application of skin substitutes and surgical care to help prevent amputation. We emphasize preventative care with the use of bi-annual routine diabetic foot screenings, routine nail and callus care, diabetic shoes and custom orthotics to help prevent ulcerations and amputation.
When you first come to our podiatry practice, our Podiatrist will use the latest technology to perform a comprehensive neurologic, vascular and orthopedic exam. Once the wounds are healed, patients are regularly followed up to help avoid future problems.
If you have a non-healing wound on your foot, ankle or leg especially if you're diabetic, our podiatry team recommends that you schedule a consultation today for a comprehensive evaluation