Diabetic Foot Surgery Treatment in India

Ayaan Johnson, a 58-year-old retired construction...

Ayaan Johnson, a 58-year-old retired construction supervisor, had managed his Type 2 diabetes for 15 years with varying success. A stubborn, non-healing ulcer on the ball of his right foot had plagued him for nearly a year, despite meticulous wound care from a visiting nurse. The ulcer became deeply infected, leading to severe pain, redness, and swelling. An MRI revealed osteomyelitis (bone infection) in the metatarsal head. His vascular surgeon, after confirming adequate blood flow, recommended a forefoot amputation (transmetatarsal amputation) to remove the infected bone and save his leg. Terrified of losing his independence, Ayaan agreed. The surgery went smoothly. His recovery was challenging; he spent two weeks non-weight-bearing and then transitioned to a specialized boot. With intense physical therapy, he learned to walk again with a custom orthotic. Emotionally, he cycled through anger at his diabetes, fear of being a burden, and grief for his lost foot. Six months later, walking his dog pain-free, he felt profound gratitude. The surgery, while drastic, gave him back his mobility and a renewed commitment to his health.