Your Diabetic Foot Care Specialist in Chattanooga, TN
Studies from the CDC show that more than 9% of the United States population is diabetic. Diabetes weakens your immune system and affects the foot on the blood vessels and nerves. If you have diabetes, it is imperative you maintain proper health and treatment of your feet, especially when an injury is present. Dr. Loyd Witherspoon, practicing out of Chattanooga, TN, has many years of diabetic foot care experience.
Don’t wait until it is too late. Contact us for a foot evaluation today!
Diabetic Wound Care
Foot ulcers that don’t heal are one of the complications that comes with improperly managed diabetes. Once the wound reaches a point of no return, infection and those ulcers become a major concern. If left untreated, they can lead to major pain and even potential amputation. The wound is usually located at the bottom part of the foot.
Symptoms include (but are not limited to):
- Odor
- Drainage on socks
- Redness
- Pain
Diabetic Foot Maintenance
Don’t let your condition worsen or spiral towards amputation. We offer various treatment and preventative options to protect your feet. Ways you can prevent infection and maintain your foot health include:
- Bandaging the wound
- Avoid being barefoot
- Regular cleaning
- Managing glucose levels
If you have any other questions regarding proper diabetic foot care, call Dr. Witherspoon’s office now at (423) 499-6488.
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Business Hours
Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m..
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday: By appointment only
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
By appointment only