Every condition, one limb-first approach

The most dangerous diabetic foot conditions are gangrene, Charcot foot, diabetic foot ulcers, osteomyelitis (bone infection) and necrotizing fasciitis. These can threaten the whole limb within days and need same-day specialist assessment to prevent amputation.

Swelling, redness, warmth, discharge, foul smell, blackened skin, numbness or a wound that will not heal are all warning signs that need prompt attention.

In many cases, yes - especially when treated early. The goal at EDFC is always to control the problem and save as much of the foot as possible.

Charcot foot is a complication in which the bones of a numb diabetic foot weaken, fracture and collapse, often painlessly, so it is easily missed. Caught early, offloading and bracing prevent deformity; advanced cases may need reconstructive surgery.

A neuropathic ulcer is caused mainly by nerve damage and lost sensation, while an ischemic ulcer is caused by poor blood supply. Many diabetic patients have neuro-ischemic ulcers combining both, so nerves and circulation must be assessed together.

No. Gangrene is not always treated with amputation. Depending on how much tissue is affected, doctors may control the infection, remove only the dead tissue and restore blood flow to save the foot.

Peripheral artery disease is the narrowing of leg arteries that reduces blood flow to the feet. In diabetes it raises the risk of non-healing ulcers and gangrene, which is why circulation is checked as part of diabetic foot care.