Patient Education

Foot Health Learning Center

Short, plain-language guides to common foot and ankle conditions — what they are, warning signs, and how Wigley Feet can help.

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Learn the Basics

Common Foot & Ankle Topics

Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetes can reduce feeling and circulation in the feet, so small problems can become serious quickly.

Warning signs

  • Numbness or tingling
  • Slow-healing cuts
  • Calluses or pressure spots
  • Skin color or temperature changes

How we help: Routine diabetic foot exams, neuropathy and circulation screening, and protective care.

Wound Prevention

Preventing wounds is far easier than healing them, especially for high-risk feet.

Warning signs

  • Open sores or blisters
  • Redness or warmth
  • Drainage or odor
  • Pressure areas that won't resolve

How we help: Risk assessment, offloading guidance, protective footwear, and early wound care.

Heel Pain

Heel pain, often from plantar fasciitis, is common and very treatable.

Warning signs

  • Sharp pain with first morning steps
  • Pain after standing
  • Arch or heel tenderness

How we help: Stretching plans, custom orthotics, supportive footwear, and advanced options.

Bunions & Hammertoes

These progressive deformities can cause pain and trouble with shoes over time.

Warning signs

  • A bump at the big-toe joint
  • Bent or curling toes
  • Corns or calluses
  • Pain in shoes

How we help: Conservative care, orthotics, and minimally invasive surgical correction when appropriate.

Ingrown Toenails

When a nail edge grows into the skin, it can become painful or infected.

Warning signs

  • Pain along the nail
  • Redness and swelling
  • Drainage
  • Recurring problems

How we help: Gentle in-office relief and permanent solutions for recurring nails.

Vascular & Circulation Warning Signs

Circulation problems can affect healing, comfort, and limb health.

Warning signs

  • Leg or foot swelling
  • Color changes
  • Cramping or heaviness
  • Slow-healing wounds

How we help: Office-based vascular evaluation and coordination with a local vascular group.

Diabetic Shoes

Therapeutic diabetic shoes help reduce pressure and protect high-risk feet.

Warning signs

  • History of ulcers
  • Foot deformity
  • Neuropathy
  • Calluses or pressure areas

How we help: In-house evaluation, documentation support, fitting, and Dia-Foot ordering for eligible patients.

Compression Stockings

Compression can support circulation and help reduce swelling for the right patients.

Warning signs

  • Leg swelling
  • Tired, achy legs
  • Visible veins
  • Post-procedure recovery

How we help: Guidance on appropriate compression is available through our office and curated picks in the Wigley Feet Store.

Post-Op Care

Proper recovery after a procedure supports healing and good outcomes.

Warning signs

  • Increasing pain or swelling
  • Drainage or fever
  • Wound concerns
  • Questions about activity

How we help: Clear post-operative instructions and structured follow-up.

Med Spa Foot Care Safety

Aesthetic foot care should be done safely, especially for diabetic or high-risk patients.

Warning signs

  • Diabetes or neuropathy
  • Fragile skin
  • Nail or skin concerns
  • History of infection

How we help: Medical-grade, diabetic-safe aesthetic foot care at Julia's Touch Med Spa.

Foot & Ankle Products

The right products can support comfort, protection, and recovery between visits.

Warning signs

  • Need for support or bracing
  • Recovery from injury
  • Diabetic foot protection
  • Everyday foot wellness

How we help: Physician-curated products are available in the Wigley Feet Store.

Watch & Learn

Educational Videos

Short videos to help you understand your care. New videos are on the way.

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What Happens During a Diabetic Shoe Fitting

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

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Why Circulation Matters for Diabetic Wounds

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

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What Is Minimally Invasive Foot Surgery?

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

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How Julia's Touch Differs From a Regular Nail Salon

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

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What to Expect in the Wigley Feet Surgical Suite

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

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Compression Stockings: When and Why They Matter

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

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What to Do If You Have an Ingrown Toenail

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

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Signs Your Foot Wound Needs Medical Attention

A short, patient-friendly explainer.

Patient Results & Clinical Gallery

Clinical Gallery

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Bunion correction

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Hammertoe correction

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Wound healing

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Diabetic shoes

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Medical foot care

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Julia's Touch transformations

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