Diabetic Foot

Understanding Diabetic Foot

Diabetic foot is a serious complication of diabetes that can lead to severe outcomes if not managed properly. It involves a range of conditions affecting the feet of people with diabetes, including infections, ulcers, and neuropathy (nerve damage). Due to high blood sugar levels, individuals with diabetes often experience poor blood circulation and a decreased ability to fight infection, making the feet particularly vulnerable.

Diabetic foot refers to complications in the feet due to diabetes, where poor blood circulation and nerve damage can lead to serious issues like ulcers, infections, and even amputation if left untreated.

Causes & Risk Factors:

  • High blood sugar level
  • Poor circulation
  • Nerve damage (neuropathy}
  • Foot deformities
  • Wearing ill-fitting shoes
  • Smoking

Symptoms:

  • Swelling in the feet or ankles
  • Redness, warmth, or pain in the feet
  • Ulcers or sores that don't heal
  • Numbness or tingling in the feet
  • Changes in skin colour
  • Calluses

Treatment:

  • Wound care & infection control
  • NPWT (negative pressure wound therapy)
  • HBO (Hyperbaric Oxygen)

Lifestyle Modifications:

  • Keep blood sugar levels under control.
  • Regular foot inspections and hygiene.
  • Wear appropriate footwear.
  • Avoid smoking.

Medications:

  • Antibiotics to treat infections.
  • Blood sugar management drugs.
  • Pain relief medications.

Comprehensive Diabetic Foot Management

At Vista Vascular, we offer a multidisciplinary approach to managing diabetic foot, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care. Our comprehensive diabetic foot clinic provides regular monitoring, prompt treatment, and preventive measures to address all aspects of diabetic foot care.

Early Detection and Regular Monitoring

  • Regular Check-Ups: Routine foot examinations by our specialized diabetic foot surgeons help detect early signs of complications such as calluses, blisters, or sores.
  • Neuropathy Screening: Regular screening for nerve damage is crucial to prevent unnoticed injuries that can lead to severe infections.
  • Blood Flow Assessment: Monitoring blood circulation in the feet helps identify and address issues related to poor blood flow early.

Preventive Measures

  • Patient Education: Educating patients about proper foot care, including daily inspection, moisturizing, and appropriate footwear, is essential for preventing complications.
  • Custom Footwear and Orthotics: Providing custom-made shoes and orthotic devices to relieve pressure points and protect the feet.
  • Blood Sugar Management: Close monitoring and control of blood sugar levels are crucial to prevent and manage diabetic foot conditions

Expertise and Technology at Vista Vascular

Vista Vascular is renowned for being the best diabetic foot hospital in Surat, thanks to our state-of-the-art technology and highly skilled professionals. Our diabetic foot clinic offers.

At Vista Vascular, we are committed to providing the highest quality care, leveraging advanced technology and the expertise of our top diabetic foot surgeons. As the best diabetic foot hospital in Surat, we ensure our patients receive the best diabetic foot treatment in Surat, helping them achieve better health outcomes and improved quality of life.