What Are Foot and Ankle Wounds?
Most people experience a foot or ankle wound at least once in their life, whether it happens as a result of injury or from wearing shoes that don't fit their feet very well (called a pressure wound). In many cases, caring for a wound is as simple as cleaning and bandaging it, allowing your body's natural healing processes to do the rest. However, for individuals with diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, or other conditions, this process may occur slowly or not at all, leaving them vulnerable to infections and other health complications. If you are suffering from a foot or ankle ulcer that doesn't seem to be healing on its own, it's important to receive treatment before your wound gets worse. Schedule a consultation at Agape Foot Care in Garland, Waxahachie, or Kaufman, TX to meet with our skilled podiatrists and learn how to manage your condition. We're dedicated to helping patients gain a better understanding of their health and well-being.
How Do You Treat Foot and Ankle Wounds?
Every patient's situation is unique so we'll start by examining your feet and discussing any health conditions you're dealing with. This examination may take place at one of our Dallas/Fort Worth offices or our podiatrists may arrange a home visit if you have mobility challenges. Basic treatment for foot and ankle wounds involves cleaning up the wound, applying medication to prevent infection and promote healing, and bandaging the area. More complex treatments might include surgically removing dead tissue around the wound or performing a skin graft to repair the foot. Following your examination, we'll suggest a treatment plan to deal with the ulcer and discuss how to prevent future problems, which might mean changing up your footwear or managing any underlying medical problems.
What Are Some Symptoms of Foot and Ankle Wounds?
The most obvious symptom of a foot or ankle wound is the ulcer itself, which may cause pain or bleeding. Symptoms of a more serious foot or ankle wound include:
- Discharge of pus from the wound, which may suggest an infection
- Foul smell from the wound (also indicates infection)
- Warm skin around the injury
- Redness and inflammation
If you are experiencing a fever or other symptoms that might indicate an infection, you should seek treatment as soon as possible to prevent potentially life-threatening health complications.
Agape Foot Care Reviews
Left foot pain. I've had this unexplained for a while. An x-ray didn't explain why it was hurting, so I was referred to a podiatrist. Once I described what I was experiencing, the doctor went right to the spot it was hurting the most without me pointing at it. He had a quick diagnosis and gave me two steroid shots for my next two appts. I recommend him.
Dr. Smith came to my home today and he was so professional and very kind. My feet feel so much better.
Dr. Hayes took care of my daughter when she had an infected ingrown tonail. Hands down he is a wonderful Podiatrist!
After a very bad experience with another podiatrist I am blessed to have found Dr. Hayes
Dr. Phil is amazing. He removed my ingrown toenail and I have not had any problems since. Satisfied with my visit,
6
Total Reviews
5
Average Rating
Safeguard Your Health
Foot injuries are nearly inevitable, especially for individuals who are active in sports. If you have a foot or ankle wound that shows no sign of healing or appears to be worsening, we urge you to contact Agape Foot Care to set up a consultation with our experienced providers. Reach out to any of our podiatry offices across the Dallas/Fort Worth area to arrange your appointment and learn more.