Specialized Foot & Ankle Wound Care in Phoenix, AZ
Slow-healing sores, diabetic ulcers, and foot injuries require immediate, specialized attention to prevent infection and protect your mobility. At Acclaim Foot & Ankle Center, led by Dr. Rachel Martin, DPM, we specialize in the expert evaluation and advanced treatment of complex foot and ankle wounds. Our primary goal is to promote rapid healing, stop infection before it spreads, and dramatically reduce the risk of severe complications or hospitalization.
Whether you are dealing with a diabetic foot ulcer, pressure sore, traumatic injury, surgical wound, or a chronic non-healing sore, Dr. Martin delivers personalized, evidence-based podiatric care tailored specifically to your health needs and lifestyle.
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Lower-extremity wounds are particularly complex due to constant weight-bearing pressure, nerve changes, and reduced circulation in the feet. Dr. Martin provides comprehensive treatment for:
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Open sores on the bottom or sides of the foot, often resulting from neuropathy (numbness) and poor blood flow.
- Charcot Foot Complications: Deformities and skin breakdown caused by Charcot joint disease, requiring specialized offloading or reconstructive care.
- Pressure Sores & Bedsores: Skin damage caused by prolonged pressure on bony areas of the heels or ankles.
- Traumatic Foot & Ankle Wounds: Cuts, punctures, or lacerations that require professional cleaning and closure.
- Non-Healing Surgical Wounds: Incisions that fail to close properly or show signs of delayed recovery following foot or ankle surgery.
- Vascular & Stasis Ulcers: Chronic skin breakdown caused by poor arterial circulation or venous insufficiency in the lower legs.
Our Advanced Wound Care & Limb Salvage Approach
Effective wound management requires a multi-layered strategy that addresses both the visible wound and its underlying cause. Drawing from extensive rearfoot and forefoot surgical training, Dr. Martin utilizes advanced wound care modalities to accelerate recovery:
1. Diagnostic & Vascular Evaluation
Before treatment begins, Dr. Martin evaluates wound depth, tissue health, signs of infection, and blood flow to ensure your lower extremities have adequate circulation to heal properly.
2. Specialized Surgical Debridement
Removing dead, damaged, or infected tissue (necrotic tissue) is critical to kickstart the body’s natural healing response and create a healthy environment for new skin growth.
3. Pressure Offloading & Limb Salvage
Constant pressure prevents foot wounds from closing. We utilize specialized offloading tools—including custom orthotics, surgical boots, felt padding, or total contact casting (TCC)—to redistribute weight away from the sore.
4. Advanced & Biologic Dressings
We apply specialized moisture-balancing dressings, antimicrobial silver wraps, collagen matrices, or cellular tissue products that protect the wound bed from bacteria and encourage rapid tissue repair.
5. Targeted Infection Management
If an infection is present, Dr. Martin initiates targeted topical or oral therapies to eliminate bacteria and safeguard underlying bone and soft tissue.
When to Seek Immediate Podiatric Care:
Contact our office right away if you notice redness, swelling, warmth, drainage or pus, a foul odor, or a sore that hasn’t improved after 7–10 days. Early intervention is the most effective way to prevent severe complications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do foot wounds take so long to heal?
The feet are subject to high pressure and friction every day. Additionally, conditions like diabetes or poor peripheral circulation reduce blood flow and nerve sensation, slowing down the body’s ability to repair skin tissue.
How does Dr. Martin treat a diabetic foot ulcer?
Dr. Martin treats diabetic foot ulcers through precise debridement (cleaning away dead tissue), offloading (taking weight off the sore), applying specialized moist or antimicrobial dressings, managing infection, and evaluating underlying circulation.
Can a non-healing sore lead to amputation?
If left untreated, open foot sores can easily become infected and spread into surrounding soft tissue or underlying bone (osteomyelitis). Prompt evaluation, limb salvage techniques, and specialized wound management significantly reduce the risk of limb loss.
Meet Dr. Rachel Martin, DPM
Dr. Rachel Martin is an Arizona native who grew up right here in Glendale. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Chemistry from the University of Arizona before obtaining her podiatric medical degree from Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California. She completed an intensive residency program in Indianapolis, Indiana, receiving outstanding rearfoot and forefoot surgical training alongside over 50 attending physicians.
Dr. Martin takes a special clinical interest in wound care, limb salvage, Charcot reconstruction surgery, bunions, and arthritic joint management. She is dedicated to delivering compassionate, cutting-edge care to keep Valley residents active and healthy.
Contact Acclaim Foot & Ankle Center
Don’t let a non-healing wound compromise your health or mobility. Call our Phoenix office today to book an evaluation with Dr. Rachel Martin.
- Address: 9305 W. Thomas Road, Suite 225, Phoenix, AZ 85037
- Phone: (623) 536-9822