Treatments

Your Team and Treatment Plan

We have experience and expertise in healing wounds from accidents and surgery, as well as “chronic” wounds — those caused by certain medical conditions, for example, which are often difficult to treat.

No matter what the cause of your wound, much of the success of treatment depends on you. We’ll count on you to follow directions carefully and watch your progress closely. You’ll learn about caring for your wound at home, including how to change dressings and how to protect yourself from further injuries. We’re always here to answer questions and give you the support you need to heal.

Types of Wounds We Treat

Pressure ulcers, or bed sores: wounds on the skin caused by extended sitting or lying down
Diabetic and neuropathic ulcers, caused by poor circulation or nerve damage
Venous insufficiency ulcers, a common wound, caused by veins that cannot circulate blood properly, especially in the legs
Arterial or ischemic wounds, caused by poor blood supply
Those caused by incisions, or cuts, needed to perform surgery
Those caused by accidents and other trauma
Injuries to tissue due to radiation treatment
Minor burns

Your Treatment Plan Might Include:

Lab tests
Radiology and other imaging exams, including MRI and ultrasound
Removal of dead or nonviable tissue (debridement)
Tests for infection
Blood flow measurement
Blood glucose (blood sugar) tests
Compression therapy, such as flexible but snug “socks” over a leg wound, for example, to promote healing
Specialized, creative ways to position the body to promote wound healing (“off-loading” techniques)
Bioengineered tissues, growth factor therapy
Dressings or bandages that use advanced technology
Pain management, including medicines and pain management experts