Why Won't That Scratch On Your Foot Start Healing?

A Guide to Diabetic Ulcers (And a New Clinical Trial!)

For a person living with diabetes, any break in the skin on the foot is a serious concern. A simple blister or a small cut, which might be a minor annoyance for someone else, can become a major health risk.

When a wound on the foot fails to heal, it is called a diabetic foot ulcer (DFU). This is a serious complication that requires immediate medical intervention to prevent infection and more severe outcomes. In the blog below, Advanced Feet & Ankle Care will clue you in to the details of the issue…and how a twelve-week clinical trial could offer relief!

Struggling With a Non-Healing Wound? You Are Not Alone.

Diabetes can reduce your body's ability to heal, especially when it comes to your feet.

·       Poor circulation limits the blood flow needed for repair, and nerve damage (neuropathy) might mean you don't even feel the wound getting worse.

·       Standard wound care treatments, orthotics, and specialized diabetic shoes are the first line of defense…but what happens when a wound still won't close after weeks of care?

This is a common, frustrating, and dangerous situation. For those in this exact position, medical research is constantly working to find new and better solutions.

Opportunity: Seeking Candidates for a Diabetic Foot Ulcer Study

We are currently seeking candidates for a 12-week clinical trial focused on advanced treatments for diabetic foot ulcers.

·       This study is designed for individuals who have a chronic, non-healing wound and are seeking new options.

·       If you are struggling with a wound that just won't heal, you may be a candidate!

Do You Qualify?

You may be eligible to participate if you meet the following criteria:

ü  You are 18 years of age or older.

ü  You have a diagnosis of Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

ü  Your ulcer has been present for a minimum of 4 weeks.

ü  The ulcer is located on your foot.

If this sounds like you, please contact our office immediately.

This is an opportunity to not only gain access to a new potential treatment but also to contribute to vital medical research that could help thousands of others.

Call our office today to learn more about this clinical trial and see if you qualify!

Dr. Jason Grossman and Dr. Paul A. Osemene are ready to help at our comfortable, convenient Advanced Feet and Ankle Care offices in Old Bridge, Sayreville, and Freehold. Call (732) 679-4330 to schedule your appointment, or contact us online.