Specialized Foot, Ankle, and Leg Wound Care in Perrysburg, Ohio

Advanced In-Office Treatment by Dr. R. Scott Johnston, DPMDiabetic Wound Care by a Podiatrt in Perrysburg, OH

Chronic wounds of the foot, ankle, and lower leg require more than routine bandage changes—they require specialized medical expertise, advanced technology, and close follow-up. Specialized Foot, Ankle, and Leg Wound Care in Perrysburg, Ohio

At Heel and Toe Podiatry in Perrysburg, Ohio, Dr. R. Scott Johnston, DPM provides comprehensive in-office wound care focused exclusively on the lower extremity.

Our patients often achieve better healing outcomes compared to traditional wound care clinics because their wounds are managed directly by a podiatric physician with advanced training in foot, ankle, and leg pathology.

Why Specialized Podiatric Wound Care Makes a Difference

Foot and lower leg wounds—especially in patients with diabetes, neuropathy, or circulation issues—are rarely isolated skin problems. They are frequently caused by:

• Pressure points and foot deformities

• Abnormal gait or biomechanics

• Loss of protective sensation

• Poor circulation

• Improper footwear or offloading

As a podiatric physician, Dr. Johnston treats both the wound and the underlying cause, which is essential for successful healing and long-term prevention.

A Higher Level of Care Than Traditional Wound Care Clinics

While hospital-based wound care clinics play an important role, many patients experience limitations such as:

• Less frequent physician involvement

• Generalized wound protocols

• Limited focus on foot mechanics and pressure redistribution

• Delays in implementing advanced treatments

At Heel and Toe Podiatry, wound care is never fragmented. Dr. Johnston personally evaluates and treats the wound at each visit, allowing for immediate clinical decisions and customized care plans.

Advanced Diabetic Wound Care With Skin Substitutes Specialized Foot, Ankle, and Leg Wound Care in Perrysburg, Ohio

For chronic or non-healing diabetic wounds, we utilize advanced skin substitute technology when appropriate to promote faster and more complete healing.

One of the most effective products used in our office is EpiFix®, a dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane allograft.

How EpiFix Supports Wound Healing

EpiFix contains naturally occurring:

• Growth factors

• Anti-inflammatory cytokines

• Structural proteins that support tissue regeneration

When applied to a diabetic wound, EpiFix can:

• Reduce inflammation

• Stimulate new tissue growth

• Accelerate wound closure

• Decrease the risk of infection and amputation

These advanced therapies are used as part of a comprehensive wound care plan, not as a one-size-fits-all solution.

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Benefits of In-Office Wound Care at Heel and Toe Podiatry

Our patients benefit from:

• More frequent and consistent wound monitoring

• Immediate adjustments to treatment plans

• Direct management of offloading, footwear, and pressure reduction

• Faster escalation to advanced therapies when indicated

By handling wound care entirely at our Perrysburg podiatry office, we minimize delays and ensure continuous care, resulting in improved outcomes with significantly fewer adverse events such as infections, and the necessity for incision and drainage, as well as amputation of toes, feet, and limbs.

Conditions Treated

Dr. Johnston provides advanced wound care for:

• Diabetic foot ulcers

• Pressure ulcers of the foot and ankle

• Venous stasis ulcers of the lower leg

• Post-surgical wounds

• Traumatic foot and ankle wounds

• Chronic or recurrent non-healing wounds

  
  

Preventing Complications and Protecting Limb Health

Poorly managed wounds can lead to serious complications, including:

• Infection

• Hospitalization

• Amputation

• Loss of mobility and independence

Our goal is not only to heal wounds—but to preserve function, prevent recurrence, and protect long-term limb health.

Advanced Wound Care in Perrysburg, Ohio

If you or a loved one has a non-healing foot, ankle, or leg wound, specialized care matters.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. R. Scott Johnston, DPM🦶

📍 Heel and Toe Podiatry📍

1021 Sandusky St. Ste A, Perrysburg, Ohio

🦶 Specialized podiatric wound care🩹

Advanced skin substitutes including EpiFix®🏥

Personalized, physician-directed treatment

📞 Call today to schedule a wound care evaluation and experience the difference specialized podiatric care can make.

419-474-7700