Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Foot Ulcers Independently Linked to Mortality in Diabetes Patients

Over the years as a Podiatrist I have seen many patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers. I have also been fortunate enough to see many patients with Diabetes that have never had an ulcer.  There are many things that you can do to prevent Diabetic Foot Ulcers.
1. Monitor your diet.  Spikes in Blood sugar have been shown to predispose patients to neuropathy and diabetic foot ulcers.
2. Have your Hemoglobin A1C checked! This gives you a recording of how your sugars have been running for the past 3 months.
3. Check your feet daily.  If you notice any sores or wounds come in to see your Podiatrist or Primary Care Physician Immediately!!

Dermagraft is one of the ways that we treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers here at Surprise Foot and Ankle Specialists.
If you are having any foot problems come in to see us at:

dpmkirk.vpweb.com