The Wound Care Center is dedicated to the treatment of patients with chronic
non-healing wounds resulting from a variety of causes including diabetes
and vascular disease. Nearly five million Americans suffer with chronic
wounds that don’t heal or fail to improve within four weeks. While
most wounds heal quickly, there are specific types of wounds that cause
severe problems if left untreated. Three main factors for non-healing
wounds include: diabetes, poor circulation and limited mobility.
What Type of Treatment Can I Expect at the Wound Center?
The Wound Care Center offers evidence based care which is proven to reduce
complications and amputations related to chronic, non-healing wounds.
Wound Care may include:
Patient and wound assessment
Wound measurement and photographs
Debridement to aid in the removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue
by surgical or other means to improve the healing potential of the remaining
healthy tissue
Infectious disease management through the use of appropriate antibiotics
Laboratory and vascular evaluations
Advanced wound dressings
Compression dressings
Prosthetic and pressure relief assistance
Wound VAC
General and vascular surgery
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy or Hyperbaric Medicine is a non-invasive procedure
often used to treat chronic non-healing wounds. During treatment, the
patient rests in a chamber containing 100% oxygen at pressures of more
than one atmosphere. Hyperbaric treatments typically last about 2 hours.
For most patients, it is a 2 hour restful session. They can listen to
music, watch TV, talk to family members, or simply take a nap.
Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygenation Therapy:
Advanced wound healing
Formation of new blood vessels
Increased infection control
Preservation of damaged tissues
Elimination of Toxic Substances
Commonly Treated Conditions:
Chronic bone infections
Non-Healing diabetic foot ulcers
Failing skin grafts
Delayed effects of radiation
Radiation Cystitis/Proctitis
Osteoradionecrosis of the jaw
What to Expect on Your First Visit
You or your physician will call for an initial appointment. Referrals are
not necessary. An appointment will be scheduled at a time that is convenient for you.
Bring all medications you are currently taking, including over-the-counter
medications and a list of allergies with you on the first visit.
Bring insurance information for verification.
Your initial evaluation could take up to 2 hours. This time is spent taking
a complete history and physical, wound evaluation, photographs, blood
work and other tests to assist us in individualizing your plan of care.
Consultation appointments with specialty physicians, surgeons, radiology
and diabetes education departments of other services will be made based
on your needs.
The Wound Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid patients. Most insurance
providers cover all or a portion of outpatient wound care related treatments.
You are the Key to Success in Your Treatment Program
Much of the success of your wound treatment depends on your level of commitment
and participation. As an active member of your wound care team, you will
need to follow directions carefully, watch your progress closely and keep
your appointments.
When to Seek Help
A Wound That Hasn’t Improved in a Month
Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Pressure Ulcers
Surgical Wound That Is Not Healing
Vascular Disease With Poor Circulation
Lower Extremity Edema/ Swelling Of The Feet/Ankles
Spider And Insect Bites
Trauma Wounds
Venous Stasis Ulcers
Burns
Dog or Wild Animal Bites—50% Become Infected
We Look Forward To Treating Your Wound Care Needs.
Please call the Center for Wound Care at Clarion Hospital for more information:
Phone:
814-226-1660 Email: Lisa.Cheatle@Butlerhealthsystem.org
