The human foot is a complex structure, containing 26 bones, 33 joints, 112 ligaments, and a network of over 7,000 nerves. This intricate design is the foundation for our body, enabling mobility and supporting our entire weight. Podiatry, a specialized branch of medicine dedicated to studying and treating disorders related to the feet and ankles, is crucial in maintaining overall health and well-being.
In this industry, there have been certain advancements. Dr. Ashok Damir, director of Podiatry and Wound Care at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, came to the Vaidam office to shed light on this topic.
Dr. Ashok Damir specializes in Advanced Diabetic Wound Management, Pressure Offloading Techniques, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), and Stem Cell Transplantation. During this medical session, he shared his experience and knowledge of treating Diabetic Foot Ulcer and Wound Care.
His Step-by-Step Approach to Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management is -
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Clinical Assessment - Clinical assessment for diabetic foot care involves a thorough investigation of the foot, toes, and toenails. The doctor will also evaluate the blood flow rate with the help of the pulse.
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Podiascan - It is a simple procedure that tells about the abnormalities in the foot nerves by the plantar distribution of pressure.
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Diagnostic Imaging of Foot - Imaging tests like X-ray, TCPO2, CAT scan, MRI, and Angiography of the foot are performed to identify abnormalities.
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Vascular Evaluation - Assessment of the foot to identify how well blood is passing through.
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Wound Cleaning and Healing - Using PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) application and Low-level laser therapy enhances the healing process of the wound by providing necessary growth factors.
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Wound Control - Using technologies like NPWT (Negative pressure wound therapy) promotes wound healing by providing a warm, moist wound bed while removing wound fluid; it pulls wound ends together.
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Skin Substitute - Use of skin substitutes like Integra, a product used to help regrow skin.
His major achievement is that he was the first to bring a negative-pressure wound therapy System to India.
About Dr. Ashok Damir -
Dr. Ashok Damir is one of the best Podiatrists, with 34 years of experience. He specializes in the Management of Diabetes Foot Ulcers, Wound Care, and Amputation Prevention, etc.
He has received several awards, including the Manav Sewa Samman Award, Bhartiya Gaurav Samman, and the International Medical Excellence Award.
About BLK Max Hospital -
BLK Super Specialty Hospital New Delhi is a super specialty hospital with 650 beds, 162 critical care beds, 20 modular operation theaters, and around 1500 healthcare providers.
It is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers, and the National Accreditation Board for Laboratories and Calibration.
There are 125 beds across various intensive care units in departments such as Medical, Surgical, Cardiac, Paediatrics, Neonatology, Neurosciences, and Organ Transplant.
To Conclude -
The session was very informative as the doctor shared his experience and knowledge about diabetic foot ulcers and amputation. We hope Dr. Ashok Damir visits us soon and enlightens us more with his valuable knowledge.
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