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Wound Care Information Center
Approximately five million Americans suffer from chronic open sores that can become seriously infected, gangrenous and in some cases require amputation. This is often due to limited blood flow which can slow the body's own healing process. Many patients seek professional help for wounds that have not healed after months of standard wound treatment. In the majority of patients, treatment programs produce complete healing, usually with a few months.
The following information is provided regarding chronic wounds and their treatment:
Chronic Wounds
Chronic wounds which are treatable can include:
- Diabetic Skin Sores
- Pressure Sores
- Vessel Disease Wounds
- Surgery Wound Breakdown
- Spinal Injury Wounds
- Chemical Wounds
Wound Treatment Methods
Individualize wound treatment is dependent upon the type and severity of the wound. Wound treatement can include removal of unhealthy tissue, high pressure oxygen therapy and the use of growth factors.The fastest possible healing is achieved through wound treatment programs. Wound treatment and intervention include:
- Advanced Wound Dressings
- Hyperbaric (High-pressure) Oxygen Treatment
- Growth Factors
- Antibiotic Therapy
- Conventional Wound Dressings
- Nutrition Counseling
- Education/Prevention
- Surgery
- Physical Therapy
- Protective Footwear
Growth Factors for Wound Treatment
From a small amount of the patient's blood, growth factors (substances that stimulate healing) are isolated, concentrated and applied topically to the wound. Growth factors can speed and enhance healing of the wound.
Other Internet Resources for Diabetes and Wound Treatment
The following is a list of other Internet resources relating to Diabetes or wound treatment:Important Information on Diabetes Other Diabetes Related Sites of InterestAdditional Links
- Patient Information Documents on Diabetes
- New Medicare Coverage for Therapeutic Shoes for People with Diabetes
- American Diabetes Association
- American Diabetes Association - Texas Affiliate
- American Academy of Wound Management (AAWM) - Offers information on AAWM and Wound Care Board Certfication, including details on upcoming Board Certification Exams.
Information was provided by Wound Care Consultants, the Institute for Exercise and Environmmental Medicine at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas and Wound Care Center® at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas.
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Last Updated: July 30, 2001