Purpose & Goals
Our mission at NMMC's foot center is to provide optimum care for the foot.  This includes issues associated with the insensate foot as well as biomechanical deficits.  Our approach includes a multidisciplinary team whose purpose is to prevent and treat complications of the foot.  The following components are addressed during a typical evaluation:

	Identification of biomechanical deficits in association with neurological, orthopedic or sports related injuries
	Identification of vascular problems
	Immediate diagnosis of foot lesions
	Patient education in foot care
	Control of risk factors such as smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol
	Recommendation of protective foot wear
	Professional foot care of corns, calluses and toenails

Goals     

	Patient will receive a comprehensive foot assessment.
	Patient will receive further diagnostic testing and treatment as recommended by the referring physician.
	Patient will be able to demonstrate and verbalize proper care for the endangered foot.
	Patient’s ulcerations will heal in a reasonable time through appropriate treatment.
	Patient will have nail, corn and callus care as needed and demonstrate the ability to manage simple foot problems.
	Patient will obtain or be advised on supportive and pressure-relieving footwear as needed.
	Reduce lower extremity amputations secondary to preventable foot ulceration
	Patient will receive continuing education regarding diabetic or insensate foot care as needed.
	Reduce painful conditions associated with biomechanical deficits through proper orthotic fabrications/fitting.

Services

	Patient and family education
	Assessment
	Whirlpool
	Debridement
	Callus trimming and removal
	Range of motion
	Nail care
	Computerized pressure point analysis
	Sensory testing
	Orthotic devices
	Total contact casting
	Posterior walking splint
	Photographic progress report
	Services of NMMC’s Diabetes Treatment Center

Our Staff
The staff of NMMC’s Foot Center has received comprehensive training in the assessment and treatment of both acute and chronic foot problems. Our staff includes a certified pedorthist and a certified wound care specialist.

For more information
For more information about NMMC’s Foot Center, call (662) 377-7215 or 1-800-THE-DESK (1-800-843-3375).

Location
North Mississippi Medical Center
Longtown Medical Park
Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
4381 South Eason Boulevard
Tupelo, MS 38801 

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