Chronic Wounds and Your Feet

Chronic wounds are open sores known as ulcers that can become seriously infected, gangrenous, and in some cases necessitate amputation. This is often due to limited blood flow which can slow the body's own healing process. Many patients seek professional help for wounds that have not healed after months of standard wound treatment. In the majority of patients, treatment programs produce complete healing, usually within a few months. Ulcers are a particular concern for diabetic patients who often have reduced blood flow to their feet, sometimes accompanied with Diabetic neuropathy.