Types of Wounds We Treat
Expert care for all types of chronic and complex wounds
Common Wound Types
Click on a wound type below to learn more about symptoms, causes, and treatment options
Diabetic Ulcer
Foot wounds from repeated pressure without normal sensation
Venous Stasis Ulcer
Leg wounds with discomfort, itching, and swelling
Pressure Ulcers
Bedsores from blocked blood flow due to pressure
Surgical Wound
Surgical incisions that haven't healed properly
Traumatic Wounds
Acute cuts, lacerations, or puncture wounds
Burn
Heat damage ranging from 1st to 4th degree
Arterial Ulcers
Round wounds with punched-out appearance
Cancerous Ulcers
Ulcers caused by skin cancer or cancer spread
Comprehensive Wound Care
Diabetic Ulcer
These develop on the foot of a person with diabetes due to repeated pressure from walking without normal sensation. The ulcers do not usually cause pain but can lead to additional issues.
Venous Stasis Ulcer
These usually occur on the legs and are associated with discomfort, itching, and swelling. There could also be discolored or thickened skin surrounding the ulcer and it may yield a foul-smelling discharge.
Traumatic Wounds
Traumatic wounds are defined as acute (ripped or torn skin), cuts/lacerations, or puncture wounds (penetrating, stabbing, gunshot) which cause damage to the skin and underlying tissues.
Pressure Ulcers
Also known as "bedsores", these develop after the affected skin area becomes starved by oxygen and nutrients due to bad circulation as pressure is blocking the flow of blood.
Surgical Wound
A surgical wound is any incision that was made by a surgeon that has created wounds or not healed properly. A surgical wound can also be formed during plastic surgery procedures that include a drain placed during surgery.
Burn
When heat is inflicted on the skin and causes severe damage. Burns can range from 1st to 4th degree. 1st – skin is red but not blistered. 2nd - blisters and some thickening. 3rd - widespread thickening and a leathery white appearance. 4th - most severe and burns to the bone.
Arterial Ulcers
These are caused by poor delivery of the blood depriving arteries, blood vessels and tissues of oxygen and forming an open wound. They're characterized by a punched-out look usually in a round shape and well defined.
Cancerous Ulcers
These ulcers are caused by skin cancer or the spread of cancer from elsewhere.
When to Seek Immediate Treatment
Don't wait if you notice any of these warning signs: