Total Contact Cast Pilot: Saving Limbs and Lives in Saskatchewan
A recent pilot program in Saskatchewan is making headlines for its success in using Total Contact Casting (TCC) to prevent amputations caused by diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). At the heart of the initiative is Footworks Advanced Foot Care Inc., where TCC has become a key part of patient-centered limb salvage.
As reported by Discover Moose Jaw, the clinic's use of TCC has significantly improved healing rates in diabetic patients, many of whom would otherwise be at risk for lower limb amputation. The pilot program, initiated with support from regional health officials, has shown that effective offloading and proper wound care can restore mobility and prevent life-altering outcomes.
"We've seen tremendous success with patients who were on the brink of amputation," the article quotes. "TCC has allowed wounds to heal properly by removing the mechanical pressure that impairs recovery."
M-Med is proud to support providers like Footworks by offering ready-to-use, clinician-friendly TCC kits. Our kits include additional padding, heel protection, and adhesive-backed components to simplify application and improve patient comfort — all critical for real-world clinical success.
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