Wound Care Services

Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Negative pressure wound therapy is a method of drawing out fluid and infection from a wound to help it heal. A special dressing (bandage) is sealed over the wound and a gentle vacuum pump is attached. Your doctor may recommend NPWT if you have a burn, pressure ulcer, diabetic ulcer, or injury. This therapy can help your wound heal faster with fewer risks of infection.

Pressure Ulcer Treatment

A pressure ulcer is a sore that is caused by lying down or sitting in the same position for too long. If there is pressure on your skin for too long, it can cut off the blood supply to the area, which can result in the skin dying. Pressure ulcers occur most often where your bones are close to the surface of the skin, like your heels, ankles, hips, back, elbows, ears, head, and behind the knees.

Diabetic Foot Problems

In people with diabetes, high blood glucose can cause nerve damage and poor circulation. Neuropathy can cause painful symptoms such as tingling, aching, or throbbing. It can also reduce your ability to feel cold, heat, or pain in your feet. As a result, you might not know that you have an injury or infection. In people with diabetes, even a small blister or stubbed toe can become a serious problem.