Category Archives: Foot and ankle Ulcers and wounds

Foot Infection Antibiotic discussion Kimyrsa

    Next up is KIMYRSA. KIMYRSA is a new IV antibiotic with similar uses as Dalvance: treating acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections with antibacterial properties against a similar spectrum of aerobic Gram-positive bacteria. It is the second generation of this specific antibiotic, the first being Orbactiv. It is from the same family of antibiotics

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    Hyperbaric oxygen abuse

      Hyperbaric oxygen abuse Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been criticized for being overused for increasing corporate profits.Now a new study came out revealing the dark side of hyperbarics. Unfortunately it can be an overused modality that does not have the patient’s best interest in mind. You have a wound and get a referral to a wound

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      San Diego Charcot Foot Testimonial

        San Diego Charcot Foot Testimonial San Diego Charcot Foot Testimonial San Diego Charcot Foot Testimonial  San Diego Charcot Foot Testimonial Treating diabetics is one of the primary issues that Dr Wrotslavsky performs at the Advanced Foot And Ankle Center of San Diego. One of the challenges with diabetics is the condition called charcot foot. Dr Wrotslavsky

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        Charcot Foot And Ankle Update

          Charcot Foot And Ankle Update, San Diego charcot foot specialist Charcot neuroarthropathy of the foot and ankle may be the most devastating disease of the foot. However the treatment options keep getting more promising. I just returned from Dallas, Texas where I was a lecturer and on the faculty of a Charcot solutions seminar. That was

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          Early Detection Of Charcot Foot

            Early detection of charcot foot has been something that has been vexing doctors for a long time. Charcot foot usually presents as a warm swollen foot. The patient feels as if they may have sprained a ligament . They are not feeling sick. Most doctors when presented with a red hot foot think infection ,

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            Cellutome Diabetic foot wounds

              Cellutome Diabetic foot wounds Diabetic foot wounds are a serious issue that needs serious treatment. Many diabetics walk around with wounds on their feet that are not getting properly treated. A highly trained foot surgeon should be a part of the team evaluating and treating these wounds. After making sure there is no infection and that

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              Misonix Ultrasonic bone Scalpel

                Misonix Ultrasonic bone Scalpel I would like to introduce to you a great new innovation in bone surgery called the Misonix ultrasonic bone scalpel. Misonix Ultrasonic bone Scalpel This is a device that allows for accurate removal of bone when necessary with out the complications that can arise while using traditional bone saws. Many foot

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                Diabetic Foot Ulceration

                  Diabetic Foot Ulceration Diabetes is becoming more common in our society. According to the National Diabetes Statistics Report, almost 30 million Americans in 2012 had diabetes. Diabetes can have a huge impact on your foot health. Long-term poor blood sugar control can affect the vascular system in your foot by damaging the blood vessels. This

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                  wound debridement advancements

                    wound debridement advancements Wound care of the foot and ankle today has come a long ways from years back of wet to dry dressings. With the growth of wound care centers and limb preservation programs we are able to heal wounds quicker than ever before. As well the need for amputations of toes , feet and

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                    Diabetic Foot Care San Diego

                      Diabetic Foot Care San Diego Its a new year and time to take back your foot health. Diabetic foot care in San Diego is something that many specialize in. What makes it important is that diabetics have a propensity for circulation issues and nerve issues. Otherwise known as Peripheral vascular disease and peripheral neuropathy. These

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