Foot Ulcer & Wound Care in Perrysburg, OH
Save Your Foot. Prevent Infection. Get Expert Care Fast.
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Foot wounds and ulcers can worsen quickly—especially in patients with diabetes or poor circulation.
At Heel & Toe Podiatry, we specialize in advanced wound care and limb preservation, helping patients heal safely and avoid serious complications.
Same-week appointments available for urgent wounds!
🚨 Do You Have a Foot Ulcer or Wound? 🚨
You may need immediate care if you notice:
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An open sore that isn’t healing
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Drainage on socks or bandages
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Redness, swelling, or warmth
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Foul odor
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Black or discolored tissue
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Pain—or no pain at all (common with neuropathy)
👉 Early treatment is critical. Waiting can lead to infection or hospitalization.
🚨 WHY FOOT ULCERS ARE SERIOUS 🚨
Foot ulcers are more than just a wound—they can quickly lead to:
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Infection
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Bone involvement (osteomyelitis)
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Hospital admission
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Amputation
👉 The earlier you start treatment, the better your outcome.
🩺 Our Advanced Approach to Wound Care 🩺
At Heel & Toe Podiatry, we take an aggressive, evidence-based approach to healing:
✔️ Comprehensive Evaluation
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Circulation and vascular assessment
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Infection evaluation
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Pressure and biomechanical analysis
✔️ Expert Debridement & Wound Care
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Removal of non-viable tissue
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Moist wound healing techniques
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Targeted infection management
✔️ Offloading (CRITICAL FOR HEALING)
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CAM boots
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Custom orthotics
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Padding and pressure relief
✔️ Advanced Therapies
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Skin substitutes
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Biologic treatments (including regenerative options)
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Coordination with vascular specialists when needed
🏥 Why Choose Private Practice Wound Care? 🏥
Personalized Care Without Hospital Delays
Many patients assume hospital wound centers are the only option
but that’s not always the best or fastest path to healing.
🩺 Direct Physician Care Every Visit
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You are treated by your podiatrist each time—not passed between multiple providers.
⏱️ Faster Access to Treatment
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We prioritize urgent wounds with same-week (often same-day) appointments.
💰 Lower Cost, Less Complexity
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Avoid hospital facility fees and complicated billing structures.
👣 Specialized Foot & Ankle Expertise
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We focus specifically on foot mechanics, pressure points, and ulcer prevention—areas often overlooked in general wound clinics.
🚨 When Hospital Care May Be Needed 🚨
We work closely with hospital systems when appropriate. You may require hospital-based care if you have:
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Severe infection requiring IV antibiotics
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Need for surgical intervention
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Advanced vascular procedures
👉 If needed, we coordinate this quickly and efficiently.
🚨Let the Hospital Staff know that Dr. Johnston is your Foot Doctor🚨
⏱️ HOW LONG DOES HEALING TAKE?
Healing time varies depending on:
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Blood flow
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Infection status
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Patient compliance
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Most ulcers require several weeks of consistent care, with regular follow-ups to ensure proper healing.
🏥 WHO IS AT RISK? 🏥
You may be at higher risk if you have:
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Diabetes
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Neuropathy (nerve damage)
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Poor circulation
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History of foot ulcers
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Foot deformities or pressure points
SERVING PERRYSBURG & NORTHWEST OHIO
We proudly serve patients from:
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Perrysburg
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Rossford
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Toledo
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Maumee
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Bowling Green
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Waterville
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Whitehouse
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Surrounding communities