We firmly believe that patients who are educated and informed about their condition have a higher chance of healing and prevention. In this section, we provide wound care education that will empower you to be an informed partner with your care team.
High blood sugar levels can be your wound’s worst enemy. For people living with diabetes, elevated glucose levels are particularly dangerous, damaging nerves and blood vessels while severely limiting your body’s natural healing abilities. When blood sugar spikes, you might notice early warning signs like headaches, drowsiness, or trouble concentrating. While most people’s bodies naturally…
At Healogics, we understand the challenges of managing diabetes, particularly when it comes to foot health. The statistics surrounding diabetic foot ulcers are alarming. Currently, over 2 million people in the U.S. have foot ulcers, and up to 34% of all adults living with diabetes will experience a foot ulcer at some point. Non-healing…
At Healogics, we’re proud to announce our 11th annual Diabetes Awareness Campaign throughout November, National Diabetes Awareness Month. As the nation’s leading provider of advanced wound care services, we understand the unique challenges faced by those living with diabetes, particularly when it comes to wound healing. Our dedicated specialists at over 600 Healogics Wound Care…
Living with diabetes brings many challenges and added risks, including increased chances of developing a non-healing foot wound called a diabetic foot ulcer. This type of non-healing foot wound is a leading cause of diabetes-related amputations.
Who is at risk for wound infections? Anyone can get an infection. People with open wounds, weak immune systems or those living with diabetes are especially susceptible to wound and/or bone infection, called osteomyelitis.
What are the most significant warning signs for PAD? The most common symptom is pain in the lower legs and feet, especially when walking or climbing stairs. But many people living with PAD—up to 40%—experience no symptoms until they develop a wound or sore on their foot or leg. They may not have felt the…
We’re raising awareness of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) throughout September and supporting the American Heart Association’s goal to reduce amputations by 20% by 2030 through increased PAD Awareness, diagnosis and treatment.
Peripheral artery disease is a narrowing of the peripheral arteries that affects 1 in 8 Americans over the age of 60, and can result in delayed wound healing and greater risk for limb loss.
Tips For Preventing Reoccurring Wounds Once you receive the proper wound care to heal your chronic wound, it’s important to keep your wound closed and be proactive in preventing reoccurring wounds. Here are some tips to help stop a wound from coming back. Follow-Up Care To ensure ongoing care and support, it is critical to…
A diabetic ulcer is a wound that occurs on the feet, heels or toes of people with diabetes. Many times, there is little to no feeling in the feet or the ulcer itself. A pulse is present and the skin is normal or warm to the touch. The skin on the legs and feet may be dry and flaky.
