Surgical Options : A majority of non-infected foot ulcers are treated without surgery; however, if this treatment method fails, surgical management may be appropriate.
Healing time depends on a variety of factors, such as wound size and location, pressure on the wound from walking or standing, swelling, circulation, blood glucose levels, wound care, and what is being applied to the wound. Healing may occur within weeks or require several months.
The best way to treat a diabetic foot ulcer is to prevent its development in the first place. Recommended guidelines include seeing a podiatrist on a regular basis. Your podiatrist can determine if you are at high risk for developing a foot ulcer and implement strategies for prevention. Reducing additional risk factors, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, high cholesterol, and elevated blood glucose, are important in prevention and treatment of a diabetic foot ulcer.
Wearing the appropriate shoes and socks will go a long way in reducing risks. Your podiatrist can provide guidance in selecting the proper shoes. Learning how to check your feet is crucial so that you can find a potential problem as early as possible. Inspect your feet every day—especially the sole and between the toes—for cuts, bruises, cracks, blisters, redness, ulcers, and any sign of abnormality.
Each time you visit a health-care provider, remove your shoes and socks so your feet can be examined. Any problems that are discovered should be reported to your podiatrist as soon as possible; no matter how simple they may seem to you.
Additional information is available from the American Diabetes Association. Please sign in to leave a comment. Diabetes Awareness. High Blood Pressure. Press Room. Skip to main content. Home Skin. Skin cuts and abrasions. Actions for this page Listen Print. Summary Read the full fact sheet. On this page. First aid for abrasions First aid for incised wounds Tetanus-prone wounds Stages of healing Treatment for cuts and abrasions Factors influencing wound repair Where to get help.
First aid for abrasions An abrasion means that the surface layers of the skin epidermis has been broken. First aid treatment includes: Clean the wound with a non-fibre shedding material or sterile gauze, and use an antiseptic such as Betadine.
If there is embedded dirt, Savlon may be used as it contains an antiseptic and a surfactant to help remove debris. Rinse the wound after five minutes with sterile saline or flowing tap water. Cover the cleaned wound with an appropriate non-stick sterile dressing. If you reapply antiseptic, wash it off after five minutes and then redress the wound.
First aid for incised wounds Incised wounds are caused by sharp objects, such as knives or shards of glass, slicing into the skin. First aid treatment for severe bleeding includes: Remove clothing around the site for easier access.
Apply pressure directly to the wound with your hands to stem the blood flow. Cover the wound with a sterile dressing, if possible, and continue to apply direct pressure bandage firmly. Seek urgent medical attention. You may need to call an ambulance if you cannot stop the bleeding, are feeling faint, sweaty or dizzy. Tetanus-prone wounds Some wounds are more likely to encourage the growth of tetanus bacteria than others, unless the person is immunised against tetanus.
Call your health care provider right away if: The wound is large or deep, even if the bleeding is not severe. The wound is more than a quarter inch.
Stitches may be needed. The person has been bitten by a human or animal. A cut or puncture is caused by a fishhook or rusty object. You step on a nail or other similar object. An object or debris is stuck. Do not remove it yourself. The wound shows signs of infection such as warmth and redness in the area, a painful or throbbing sensation, fever, swelling, a red streak extending from the wound, or pus-like drainage.
You have not had a tetanus shot within the last 10 years. Alternative Names. Wound - cut or puncture; Open wound; Laceration; Puncture wound. First aid kit Laceration versus puncture wound Stitches Snake bite Minor cut - first aid. Wounds and Injuries Read more. Health Topics A-Z Read more. Resources Reference Desk Find an Expert.
Other common types of injuries include Animal bites Bruises Burns Dislocations Electrical injuries Fractures broken bones Sprains and strains. Start Here. Diagnosis and Tests. Treatments and Therapies. Related Issues. National Institute of General Medical Sciences. Statistics and Research.
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