Foot Wounds Denton, TX

Care of Foot Wounds in Denton

An open wound produces a long tear in the skin, while a puncture wound has a small entry hole caused by stepping on a pointed object. Puncture wounds are not the same as cuts. A puncture wound requires different treatment than a cut because these small holes can mask serious injuries. Even though puncture wounds of the foot occur frequently, they are often inadequately treated. If not properly treated, infections or other complications can result. Puncture wounds require immediate treatment because they risk embedding the sharp object (foreign body) beneath the skin if they are not treated properly within 24 hours. Getting professional treatment right away can prevent complications, according to research. Contact Metroplex Foot and Ankle Center in Denton, TX, today. We can be reached at 940-323-2225.

INJURIES CAUSED BY FOREIGN BODIES IN PUNCTURE WOUNDS

Various foreign objects can be lodged in a puncture wound, such as nails, glass, sewing needles, toothpicks, insulin needles, and seashells. Your skin, sock, or shoe may also enter the entrance after piercing from whatever object caused it. Of course, all punctures are considered 'dirty' because elements will have entered the body that are not sterile. The remnants left in the wound could lead to further complications.

WOUND SEVERITY

It is possible to determine a puncture wound's severity in various ways. The depth of the wound is one way to do so. Deeper punctures are more likely to develop infections. Many patients are unable to tell how deep their holes are. If you step on something and your skin has been penetrated, seek immediate treatment.

The type and cleanliness of the penetrating object also determine the severity of the wound. Larger or longer objects can penetrate deeper into the tissues, potentially causing more damage. When an object is dirty, such as a rusty nail, more dirt, and debris get into the wound, increasing the infection risk.