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itching, discoloration, varicose veins, and ulcers. Any
of these symptoms can affect quality of life and restrict
activities of daily living for the elderly.

Diagnosis and treatment of venous insufficiency can
be done in our clinic. Ultrasound of the deep and
superficial veins will help guide treatment decisions.
Treatment modalities include vein closure procedures,
increased activity, elevation of legs, and compression
garments. Newly designed compression garments
are easy to put on and take off using Velcro straps
for tension. The regular use of compression can help
ease symptoms and prevent the formation of wounds.
Cutting edge venous procedures are done without
sedation through a needle poke with quick recovery
outhwest Regional Wound Care Center has been time here in the clinic.
dedicated to healing wounds for over 20 years. Dr.
SJoseph Wolcott, MD would like to bring awareness
to two very important types of wounds: diabetic At Southwest Regional Wound Care Center, our goal
foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers. Both types can be is to improve patient comfort and quality of life. For
preventable and treated aggressively in our clinic. early diagnosis and treatment, come to our clinic for
evaluation of your diabetic foot or if you suspect venous
insufficiency.
Seniors living with diabetes can easily overlook diabetic
foot ulcers secondary to foot numbness, foot deformity,
limited mobility, and inability to see the soles of the Dr. Wolcott is a Certified Wound Specialist Physician with
feet. Proper inspection and care can help prevent the over 10 years of wound care experience. The Southwest
development of an ulcer. Inspecting for corns, calluses, Regional Wound Care Center bridges the gap between
nail infections, and cracks and cuts in the skin can be medicine and science to utilize the most effective and
helpful in early recognition and treatment before a more innovative wound treatments.
severe problem develops.

Seniors with diabetes should be reminded to avoid
using corn cures, walking barefoot, and wearing
ill-fitting shoes. They should seek advice for nail
cutting and corn or callus trimming from a wound
care specialist. Diabetic foot ulcer symptoms include
redness, swelling, warmth, pain, and bad smell
with discharge from the sore. Our clinic offers
preventative care and aggressive care that can prevent
hospitalization and possible amputation.

Chronic venous insufficiency due to age, immobility,
and obesity are the main risk factors in seniors.
Venous insufficiency occurs when healthy veins
become damaged and allow the backward flow of
blood into the legs. This pooling of blood can lead to
leg heaviness, fatigue, cramping, swelling, redness,

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