Wound Care

At Care Podiatry, we provide specialized wound care for foot and ankle injuries, including slow-healing or chronic wounds. We focus on early detection, prevention, and advanced treatment to provide the right solutions for foot problems. Our experts help to restore mobility, prevent foot complications, and improve the overall quality of life for our patients.

Why Expert Care is Important

You need proper wound care is important to prevent infection and reduce the risk of serious complications. Our podiatrists provide services to speed up healing and improve the quality of life. Foot wounds can grow from minor cuts to serious infections due to poor blood flow or diabetes. You need to follow proper foot care practices to manage severe conditions and prevent infections, especially for the diabetic foot condition.

What Factors Affect Wound Healing

Our Approach to Wound Care

We Do Complete Checkup

We start with a detailed checkup of the wound infection and overall foot health. It includes checking blood circulation, nerve function, and pressure distribution to know the cause of the wound.

Debridement

It is important to remove dead or infected tissue in wound healing. It reduces bacteria, promotes healthy tissue growth, and allows accurate diagnosis of the wounds.

Advanced Wound Healing

Wound care focuses more on maintaining a moist wound condition. It improves healing and reduces infection risk. There are different dressings that are chosen depending on the wound type, drainage level, and healing stage.

Reduce Pressure

It is essential for healing. We recommend wearing specialized footwear, padding, orthotics, or devices that can redistribute weight away from the wound area.

Infection Management

If infection is present, treatment can include wound cleansing, culture checkup, and the right medications.

What Conditions Do We Treat

How To Prevent Foot Wounds

What Our Patients Say

    
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took my daughter here for a sports related injury. The guys at the urgent care did not do a thorough exam they just listened to the symptoms and said she had shin splints. DR Maijala on the other hand really took his time to figure out what was wrong. He has a great foot-side manner. I would highly recommend him.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been under the care of Dr. Maijala since January 2025, and I cannot express how grateful I am for his exceptional care. When I developed cellulitis, it escalated to the point where I needed to be hospitalized and operated on. Dr. Maijala acted quickly and decisively, skillfully cleaning out the infection and ensuring my recovery. What truly sets Dr. Maijala apart is his remarkable combination of expertise and compassion. He is not only incredibly knowledgeable and skilled but also genuinely caring and attentive. He takes the time to listen to his patients, addressing all concerns with patience and understanding. His approach makes patients feel valued and respected, which is a rare quality in healthcare today. I wish all doctors were as dedicated and compassionate as Dr. Maijala. His commitment to his patients is truly inspiring, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of exceptional medical care. ---

When To See a Podiatrist

You should get professional wound care if you notice any changes in your feet. Those include redness, swelling, open wounds, or drainage. It is especially important to consult a foot specialist if a wound is not healing or if you notice signs of infection. Increasing pain, warmth around the wound, or foul odor show more serious problems that need medical care. Quick evaluation and right treatment can help prevent complications, reduce infection, and support healing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Do Foot Wounds Take So Long To Heal?

Poor blood circulation issues are the primary cause of foot wounds that don’t heal.

What Is The Hardest Wound To Heal?

Pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and venous leg ulcers.

How Long Is Too Long For Wound Healing?

Wounds can take about two weeks to two months to heal. It depends on the type and severity of the injury.