Wound Care
Most cuts and scrapes heal on their own within a few days. However, for people with conditions such as diabetes, poor circulation, or compromised immune systems, wounds may heal slowly or not at all. These chronic wounds can become serious health concerns if left untreated.
Aspirus provides specialized wound care services designed to promote healing, prevent infection, and reduce the risk of complications or re-injury. Our experienced wound care specialists evaluate each patient’s condition and develop a personalized treatment plan using advanced therapies and evidence-based techniques.
If you have a wound that is not healing or is healing very slowly, specialized wound care may help restore your health and improve your quality of life.
Conditions We Treat
Our wound care specialists treat a wide range of acute and chronic wounds, including those related to:
- Acute wounds not responding to treatment
- Arterial ulcers
- Burns and minor burns
- Chronic wounds
- Diabetic ulcers and diabetes-related wounds
- Fistulas
- Gangrene
- Lymphedema-related wounds
- Pressure ulcers (bed sores)
- Radiation tissue damage
- Surgical wounds, including complex surgical wounds
- Trauma wounds
- Venous stasis ulcers
- Wounds related to poor circulation or arterial insufficiency
Advanced Wound Care Treatments
Treatment plans are customized based on the type, location, and severity of your wound. Our wound care programs use advanced therapies and specialized techniques to support healing, including:
- Complete wound assessment and evaluation
- Debridement to remove damaged tissue
- Specialized dressing selection and wound management
- Topical wound therapy
- Vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) to increase oxygen delivery to tissues and accelerate healing
- Stem cell therapy for select conditions
- Ostomy care and education
- Conventional and specialty wound treatments
Our team also works closely with your primary care provider and specialists to identify and treat any underlying conditions affecting your healing.
Comprehensive Care and Support
In addition to treatment, our wound care team provides comprehensive support to help patients heal safely and effectively, including:
- Care management by certified wound care specialists
- Assistance obtaining wound care supplies and medical equipment
- Patient and family education on wound care and dressing changes
- Guidance on preventing infection and promoting healing
- Disease-specific information and treatment support
This coordinated approach helps address the underlying causes of wounds while promoting faster, safer healing.
When to Seek Wound Care
You may benefit from specialized wound care if:
- A wound has not healed within 30 days
- You notice increasing pain, redness, or swelling
- The wound has a foul odor
- There is a change in color or drainage
- You have a diabetes-related foot wound
- A surgical wound or injury is not healing as expected
Early treatment can prevent complications and improve healing outcomes.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
During your visit, our wound care specialists will perform a thorough evaluation of your wound and overall health. Your care plan may include specialized treatments, advanced therapies, and education on how to care for your wound at home.
Our goal is to help your wound heal as quickly and safely as possible while reducing the risk of recurrence.
Why Choose Aspirus for Wound Care
Chronic and non-healing wounds require specialized care and a coordinated treatment approach. At Aspirus, our wound care programs combine advanced medical treatments, experienced specialists, and personalized care plans to support healing and improve patient outcomes.
Specialized Expertise
Our wound care team includes physicians and clinicians with advanced training in wound management and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO). This expertise allows us to treat even complex wounds using proven, evidence-based methods.
Advanced Healing Therapies
Aspirus offers a wide range of advanced wound care treatments designed to promote faster healing and reduce complications. These therapies may include specialized dressings, debridement, vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Personalized Treatment Plans
Every patient’s condition is different. Our specialists perform a comprehensive wound evaluation and develop a customized treatment plan tailored to your wound type, overall health, and healing goals.
Coordinated Care
Wounds are often linked to underlying conditions such as diabetes, vascular disease, or infection. Our wound care team collaborates with other specialists across Aspirus to ensure coordinated care that addresses the root cause of the wound, not just the symptoms.
Education and Support
Healing continues beyond the clinic. We provide patient and family education, home care instructions, and ongoing support to help you care for your wound and prevent future complications.