Category: Diabetic Foot care

When Is Tendon Transfer Surgery Needed for the Foot?

When Is Tendon Transfer Surgery Needed for the Foot?

When a diabetic wound repeatedly develops at the same pressure point, treating only the skin may not address the mechanical force responsible for the problem. Dr. Ashutosh Shah, M.Ch., DNB…

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What Is Surgical Offloading for Diabetic Foot Ulcers?

What Is Surgical Offloading for Diabetic Foot Ulcers?

Surgical offloading for diabetic foot is a treatment approach used to reduce excessive pressure on a specific area of the foot, especially when repeated pressure is preventing a diabetic foot…

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Can Fat Grafting Help Heal Diabetic Foot Ulcers?

Can Fat Grafting Help Heal Diabetic Foot Ulcers?

Fat grafting for ulcers is an emerging option that may be considered for selected patients with difficult or chronic diabetic foot ulcers. It involves using a patient’s own fat tissue…

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Can Amputation Be Prevented in Diabetic Foot?

Can Amputation Be Prevented in Diabetic Foot?

Dr. Ashutosh Shah, M.Ch., DNB (Plastic Surgery) has more than 22 years of surgical experience. His plastic and reconstructive surgery background, including advanced microvascular training, is relevant when diabetic foot…

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Why Do Toes Change Color in Diabetes?

Why Do Toes Change Color in Diabetes?

A visible colour change is a clinical clue rather than a diagnosis. At Elegance Diabetic Foot And Ulcers Clinic (EDFC), Surat, evaluation can consider circulation, sensation, pressure, infection, wounds, temperature,…

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Why Do Diabetic Feet Develop Calluses?

Why Do Diabetic Feet Develop Calluses?

At Elegance Diabetic Foot And Ulcers Clinic (EDFC), Surat, assessment can focus on the callus as a marker of pressure. The clinician may consider its location, foot shape, footwear, sensation,…

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When Is Corn Removal Surgery Needed?

When Is Corn Removal Surgery Needed?

Persistent corns can sometimes signal an ongoing pressure problem rather than simply excess skin. Dr. Ashutosh Shah, M.Ch., DNB (Plastic Surgery) has more than 22 years of surgical experience, with…

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Can Diabetic Foot Be Treated Without Amputation?

Can Diabetic Foot Be Treated Without Amputation?

Yes, some diabetic foot problems can be treated without amputation, especially when the wound and the factors threatening the foot are identified and managed appropriately. Treatment may involve specialised wound…

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