A guide to diabetic foot ulcers

August 6, 2012April 7, 2017 Wound Care Advisor

By Donna Sardina, RN, MHA, WCC, CWCMS, DWC

This chart (please click the PDF icon to download) explains the differences among ischemic, neuropathic, and neuroischemic diabetic foot ulcers, making it easier for you to select the best treatment for your patient.

View: Diabetic foot exam

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3 Thoughts to “A guide to diabetic foot ulcers”

Egna Martinez

September 14, 2012 at 5:48 pm

I need to learn more about diabetic wound care, specially treatment, modalities, ect.

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1. Egna Martinez
  
  September 14, 2012 at 5:53 pm
  
  What do you mean by moderation??????
  
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Donna Sardina

October 12, 2012 at 3:29 pm

Egna,
Can you clarify for me which article you are referencing in relation to moderation?

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