Wound Care Treatment
Wound Care Treatment Near You
A wound on your foot may look small. But it can become serious, especially if you have diabetes or poor blood flow in your legs. At University Podiatry Group, we take foot wounds seriously. Our team of trained podiatrists provides careful wound care to support healing, lower infection risk, and help protect your long-term foot health.
What Is Wound Care for the Feet?
Wound care is medical treatment for open sores, cuts, ulcers, and injuries on your feet or ankles.
Some wounds heal with basic care. But foot wounds can be more complicated. Your feet carry your body weight, and some conditions, such as diabetes or poor circulation, can make healing slower. A foot wound may also worsen if pressure continues on the area.
At University Podiatry Group, we assess your wound, look for the cause, and create a plan to help it heal as safely as possible.
Why Choose Wound Care Treatment?
Professional wound care can help prevent small wounds from becoming larger or infected. It is especially important if you have diabetes, poor circulation, nerve problems, or a wound that is not improving.
Wound care may help:
Clean and protect the wound
Remove dead or unhealthy tissue
Reduce pressure on the injured area
Monitor for infection
Support better healing conditions
Lower the risk of serious complications
If you have diabetes, daily foot checks and regular foot care are important because nerve damage and poor blood flow can make wounds harder to feel and slower to heal.
Common Foot Wounds We Treat
At University Podiatry Group, we treat different types of foot and ankle wounds, including:
Diabetic foot ulcers
Open sores that often develop on the bottom of the foot in people with diabetes.
Venous ulcers
Wounds that may form when blood does not flow well through the veins.
Pressure wounds
Sores that develop when too much pressure stays on one area for too long.
Post-surgical wounds
Wounds that need care after foot or ankle surgery.
Infected wounds
Wounds with signs such as redness, swelling, pain, drainage, or odor.
Traumatic wounds
Cuts, scrapes, or injuries caused by accidents, sharp objects, or falls.
No matter what type of wound you have, our podiatric team can evaluate it and recommend the next steps.
How We Treat Foot Wounds
Our podiatrists use a step-by-step plan based on your wound, health history, and risk factors.
Wound Cleaning and Debridement
We may gently clean the wound and remove dead or unhealthy tissue. This can help create a better environment for healing.
Dressing and Bandaging
We use medical dressings to protect the wound and manage moisture. The dressing type depends on the wound.
Offloading
We may use special shoes, boots, padding, or orthotics to reduce pressure on the wound. This is very important for many diabetic foot ulcers.
Infection Treatment
If the wound is infected, we may recommend antibiotics, drainage, wound care, or further evaluation based on the severity.
Circulation Check
We may check blood flow in your feet and legs because good circulation supports healing.
Follow-Up Care
We monitor your wound at follow-up visits and adjust your treatment plan if needed.
Signs You Should See a Podiatrist Right Away
Do not wait if you notice:
A wound that has not improved in two weeks
Redness, swelling, or warmth around a wound
Drainage, pus, or an unpleasant odor
Fever with a foot wound
Numbness near the wound area
Redness spreading from the wound
Black, blue, or changing skin color around the wound
Early care may help reduce the risk of infection, hospitalization, or more serious complications.
Tips to Help Protect Your Feet
You can help protect your feet by:
Checking your feet every day
Washing and drying your feet carefully
Keeping wounds covered as directed
Avoiding walking barefoot
Wearing shoes that fit well
Not cutting calluses, corns, or wounds yourself
Calling your podiatrist if a wound changes or does not improve
Locations We Serve
University Podiatry Group proudly provides wound care treatment at multiple convenient locations.
Westwood Office
Santa Monica Office
Torrance Office
Santa Clarita Office
Porter Ranch Office
Westlake Village Office
Why Choose University Podiatry Group for Wound Care?
At University Podiatry Group, our podiatrists treat foot wounds with close attention and create treatment plans based on each patient’s needs.
Our care includes:
Experienced podiatric wound care
Wound cleaning and dressing support
Offloading and pressure-relief options
Infection monitoring
Circulation and nerve checks
Home care guidance to protect your feet
Schedule Your Wound Care Appointment
Do not let a foot wound get worse. If you have a wound that is slow to heal, painful, draining, or changing, University Podiatry Group is here to help.
Call us today or request an appointment online.
FAQs
How long does it take for a foot wound to heal?
It depends on the wound, your circulation, your overall health, and whether infection is present. Small wounds may heal in a few weeks, while diabetic or infected wounds may take longer.
Does wound treatment hurt?
We do our best to keep you comfortable. Some wound cleaning may cause pressure or mild discomfort. If deeper cleaning is needed, we can discuss comfort options.
Why will my foot sore not heal on its own?
Poor blood flow, diabetes, pressure on the wound, infection, or repeated irritation can make healing harder. A podiatrist can help identify what is slowing healing.
Can I get my bandage wet?
Usually, no. Most wound dressings should stay dry unless your podiatrist gives you different instructions. We will explain how to bathe safely.
When should I call the doctor immediately?
Call us right away if you see pus, spreading redness, increased swelling, fever, worsening pain, or skin that becomes black, blue, or unusually cold.