Neuropathic ulcers are the results of peripheral neuropathy ie. reduction or loss of sensation due to nerve damage particularly in patients suffering from diabetes. In simple words, individuals with peripheral neuropathy are not able to feel any pain or discomfort from traumatic events. They typically occur on the lower limbs such as feet or legs and the local paresthesias or loss of sensation over pressure points leads to extended microtrauma, tissue breakdown, and eventual ulceration as well. In addition, it can also result in minor scrapes or cuts, if left untreated, they develop into ulcers. Read more: https://woundcaresurgeons.mystrikingly.com/blog/neuropathic-ulcers-symptoms-causes-and-treatment