Diabetic Foot Conditions
Neuropathic Ulcer
A neuropathic ulcer forms at pressure points on a foot that has lost protective sensation due to diabetic nerve damage. The patient often cannot feel the wound developing, so it tends to be found late.
warning Symptoms & Signs
- check_circle Painless wound over a pressure point
- check_circle Thick callus surrounding the ulcer
- check_circle Warm, well-perfused foot
- check_circle Reduced or absent sensation to touch
help Causes & Risk Factors
- check_circle Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
- check_circle Repetitive pressure on insensate skin
- check_circle Foot deformity altering load points
emergency When to See a Doctor
- check_circle Any callus that breaks down into a wound
- check_circle A painless sore on the sole or toes
- check_circle Recurring wounds at the same spot
medical_services How Dr. Shah Treats It
Care centres on aggressive offloading of the pressure point with total contact casting or therapeutic footwear, regular debridement of callus and wound, and infection control. Corrective surgery may be used to redistribute pressure permanently.
Discuss your treatment arrow_forwardquiz Frequently Asked Questions
Because the underlying pressure point and nerve damage remain. Custom offloading footwear and, sometimes, corrective surgery prevent recurrence.