Diabetic Foot Care & Wound Treatment in Orange County
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Living with diabetes means paying extra attention to your feet. At Orange County Foot & Ankle Group we’re here to help you stay ahead of problems before they become serious. Whether it’s a regular diabetic foot checkup or advanced wound care for foot or leg ulcers, our experienced podiatric team is here to support you every step of the way.
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Prevention is the best treatment.
Why Regular Diabetic Foot Checkups Matter… Even if your feet feel fine, diabetes can affect the nerves and blood flow—often without noticeable symptoms at first. This makes regular foot exams an essential part of your care.
Our diabetic foot care includes:
- Checking for circulation and nerve sensitivity
- Identifying early signs of trouble like dry skin, cracks, and calluses
- Professional toenail trimming and callus smoothing (by our trained medical assistants)
- Personalized foot care plans to avoid complications
- These simple steps help prevent major issues like infections or diabetic foot ulcers before they start.
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Research shows that a foot ulcer is preventable. Allow us at OCfeet.com to work with you in partnership to manage your Diabetic Foot & Wound Care.
Understanding Diabetic Foot Ulcers
They may start small, but can quickly become serious.
A diabetic foot ulcer is a wound that doesn’t heal properly, usually due to poor circulation and nerve damage (known as neuropathy). Because many people with diabetes can’t feel pain in their feet, they may not notice a small cut or blister until it becomes a larger issue.
Common causes include:
- Loss of sensation in the feet
- Poor blood flow (vascular disease)
- Pressure from footwear or foot deformities
- Uncontrolled blood sugar levels
- You may not feel pain, but watch for signs like redness, swelling, drainage on socks, or odor.
When to See a Podiatrist?
The sooner we treat it, the better your chances for healing.
If you notice a wound, even a small one, don’t wait—early care is critical. Treating a foot or leg ulcer right away helps prevent infection, improves healing, and reduces the risk of more serious outcomes like amputation.
Our treatment plans focus on:
- Reducing pressure on the ulcer (“off-loading”)
- Gentle debridement (removing damaged tissue)
- Specialized wound dressings and infection control
- Monitoring and managing your blood sugar
- Non-invasive circulation testing
Advanced Wound Care with EpiFix
A powerful tool for healing stubborn wounds. We’re proud to offer EpiFix, an innovative bioactive tissue graft used to treat stubborn foot and leg ulcers, especially in diabetic patients. EpiFix is a bioactive tissue matrix allograft composed of dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane (dHACM) that preserves and contains multiple extracellular matrix proteins, growth factors, cytokines, and other specialty proteins.
Epifix: Healing in Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Reducing inflammation
- Stimulating new tissue growth
- Providing a natural barrier over the wound
- It’s applied right in our office, and studies show it can significantly speed up healing—especially when paired with good glucose control and consistent wound care.
Surgical Options (Only When Needed)
Most ulcers don’t require surgery, but we’re ready if needed.
In some cases, surgery may be needed to relieve pressure or correct foot deformities contributing to the ulcer. Our team uses conservative treatments first and only recommends surgery if absolutely necessary.
Prevention Is the Best Medicine
Simple habits can save your feet.
Keeping your feet healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. Regular care and smart habits go a long way.
If you have diabetes, here are a few key steps to follow:
- Check your feet daily for cuts, swelling, or changes
- Don’t go barefoot—even indoors
- Keep toenails trimmed (let us help if needed!)
- Wear properly fitting shoes and clean, dry socks
- Avoid smoking and keep blood sugar levels well-managed