{"podcast":{"title":"Diabetic Foot Files","slug":"diabetic-foot-files-7302870","podcast_index_feed_id":7302870,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/gdhutche/feed.xml","website_url":"https://gdhutche.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/20507692/son_halim8f236.jpg","author":"Diabetic Foot Files","episode_count":349,"summary":"Welcome to the Diabetic Foot Files Podcast—the show where we uncover the real stories, latest research, and essential tips to help prevent diabetic foot complications. I’m Dr. G aka Dr. Gabrielle Hutcheson Donaldson and as a podiatrist and wound care specialist . I’m here to educate, empower, and guide you through the world of diabetic foot care. From wound healing to amputation prevention, we’ll break down the facts, bust the myths, and share life-saving strategies. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this podcast is your go-to resource for healthier feet and a better quality of life. So let’s dive in—because when it comes to diabetes, every step matters!”","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T00:18:44.165291+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/diabetic-foot-files-7302870"},"episode":{"title":"Edge Trenching: Turning a Wound’s Cliff into a Healing Ramp","slug":"edge-trenching-turning-a-wound-s-cliff-into-a-healing-ramp","published_at":"2026-07-25T11:38:21+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/diabetic-foot-files-7302870/edge-trenching-turning-a-wound-s-cliff-into-a-healing-ramp","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/diabetic-foot-files-7302870","url":"https://gdhutche.podbean.com/e/edge-trenching-turning-a-wound-s-cliff-into-a-healing-ramp/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gp4fkgjrp97mihnn/Edge_Trenching_-i2uik3-Optimized.mp3","summary":"This episode introduces edge trenching, a novel debridement technique developed by Dr. Igor Melnichuk that targets dysfunctional wound edges (epibolies, hyperkeratosis, rolled or fibrotic margins) to create a biologically active transition zone and promote epithelial migration.It explains the procedure, proposed mechanisms, clinical use—especially in diabetic plantar ulcers—how trenches are created and repeated, and emphasizes that edge trenching must be part of comprehensive care addressing perfusion, infection control, offloading, and underlying causes.","meta_description":"This episode introduces edge trenching, a novel debridement technique developed by Dr. Igor Melnichuk that targets dysfunctional wound edges (epibolies, h…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1272,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/diabetic-foot-files-7302870/episodes/edge-trenching-turning-a-wound-s-cliff-into-a-healing-ramp/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/diabetic-foot-files-7302870/edge-trenching-turning-a-wound-s-cliff-into-a-healing-ramp.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}