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Wound Care Specialists

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Wound Care services offered in Aledo, Benbrook, Burleson, Crowley, Primrose, Weatherford, Willow Park, Fort Worth, TX; and surrounding areas

Wounds can affect any part of your body, including your feet. People with diabetes and vascular problems are especially at risk for developing nonhealing foot wounds. Without proper wound care, foot ulcers may lead to serious infections or limb amputation. The team at Trinity Foot & Ankle Specialists in Fort Worth, Texas, includes podiatrists with training in limb salvage and diabetic wound care, as well as fellowship training in advanced orthoplastic surgery. For expert wound care from a highly skilled team, call the office, or schedule an appointment online today.

Wound Care Q & A

What is wound care?

Wound care refers to the medical and surgical treatments for wounds. A wound is an injury to the skin, the tissues underneath the skin, or both.

 

Wounds may result from surgery or an injury. When you have wounds on your feet, you may need wound care from the experts at Trinity Foot & Ankle Specialists.

 

The blood vessels in the feet are tiny, which may affect wound healing. When you have a foot or toe wound that fails to heal, you may be at greater risk of developing an infection. 

 

The team at Trinity Foot & Ankle Specialists includes podiatrists with advanced training in limb salvage (preventing limb amputation) and wound care for people with diabetes.

Who needs wound care?

Anyone with a wound that fails to start healing within two weeks or fails to fully heal within six weeks needs wound care.

 

However, if you have a history of diabetes, peripheral artery disease (PAD), or peripheral vascular disease (PVD), you need wound care for any foot or toe injury right away.

 

People with diabetes are at risk of developing serious complications from a foot or toe ulcer. Diabetes causes high blood sugar, which damages blood vessels (affecting circulation) and nerves (affecting sensation). 

 

If you have nerve damage — neuropathy — you may not realize you have a foot or toe injury. And with poor circulation, the wound may not heal, leading to an infection and possible limb amputation.

 

PAD and PVD also affect circulation to the feet, which may impair wound healing. 

What can I expect during wound care?

You can expect compassionate treatment from the team at Trinity Foot & Ankle Specialists when you come in for wound care. The specifics of your wound care may depend on the severity of your wound and your medical history.

 

Initial treatment may include:

 
  • Debridement: Removal of dead skin and tissue
  • Cleaning the wound
  • Dressing the wound
  • Antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection
  • Diet modifications
  • Nutritional supplements
  • Activity modifications
  • Custom orthotics
 

The team has you come in regularly so they can continue to clean and care for your wound until it fully heals. 

 

For more serious wounds, the team may perform advanced orthoplastic surgery such as muscle flap or skin grafting to cover the wound and encourage healing. Treatment focuses on limb salvage.

 

To schedule a wound care appointment, call Trinity Foot & Ankle Specialists, or book online today.

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Our Services

"Amazing doctors and staff. Highly recommend!!!"
Shannon G.
"Very pleased with the gentle service."
Joyce B.
"Excellent Customer Service with OUTSTANDING Medical Care!"
Jason R.
"Excellent staff - quick, efficient, and very professional."
David B.
"Had a great experience here"
Mary R.
"New patient and they are friendly, helpful, and professional."
Teresa M.
"Trinity does a fantastic job. They have a really caring team of doctors and assistants that make my visits easy and their treatments have been very effective."
Erik L.
"This group of doctors are great people. They care about what they do and take great expense to deliver excellent quality service to their customers."
Don G.
"An absolutely positive experience. A foot pain became a surgery and recovery plan to get my step on track."
Stephanie S.
"ALL STAFF WERE VERY NICE, FRIENDLY , AND PROFESSIONAL. LOOKING FORWARD TO MY RETURN VISIT."
David A.
"Fast and professional"
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Fort Worth
5801 Oakbend Trail, Suite 140
Fort Worth, TX 76132
Hours Of Operation:

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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Weatherford
1429 Clear Lake Rd, Ste. 100
Weatherford, TX 76086
Hours Of Operation:

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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Trinity Foot & Ankle Specialists
✆ Phone (appointments): 817-241-2794
✆ Phone (general inquiries): 817-377-3668
Address: 5801 Oakbend Trail, Suite 140, Fort Worth, TX 76132
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