Our Other Locations Prevention of amputations is very important to us, there is research, some of which is listed below, that can show you the steps to prevent them. Besides the medical side of controlling the Diabetes, there is an Orthotic component for many clients. Many amputations are caused secondary to Ulcers.
Most ulcers are preventable.
Ulcers are caused by too much pressure over too much time. What increases the opportunity is Peripheral neuropathy, which decreases the protective sensation. Peripheral neuropathy besides reducing sensation also weakens the muscles that support your feet and legs. With weakness to the lower extremity the body has a hard time balancing over the feet correctly. As time goes on slight mal alignments increase thus putting those structures at great risk.