Non-healing Wounds Services

Non-Healing Wounds Treatment

Non-healing wounds are persistent, chronic wounds that fail to progress through the normal stages of healing within the expected time frame. These wounds can be frustrating and distressing, affecting a person’s quality of life and posing serious health risks if left untreated.

At BH Wound Care, our wound care specialists use state-of-the-art technology to address and care for chronic or non-healing wounds. We can help you avoid complications like infection by providing comprehensive, innovative, and compassionate wound care and healing treatment. We offer non-healing wounds treatment in Portland, OR; Los Angeles, CA; Vancouver, WA; and Nashville, TN.

What Are Non-Healing Wounds?

A non-healing wound, also called a chronic wound, slow-to-heal, or hard-to-heal wound, is a wound that does not heal in the recommended or expected time frame. The longer a wound takes to heal, the more exposed you are to complications like infection, sepsis, and gangrene. If you have a weakened immune system or underlying medical condition, you may be more susceptible to slow wound healing. Your physician and wound care specialist can work together to find chronic wound care solutions and design a wound care treatment plan that promotes optimal healing and wound recovery.

What Causes a Non-Healing or Chronic Wound?

Normal wound healing typically involves four overlapping stages: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. Various factors can disrupt this process, leading to non-healing wounds that remain open and show little to no progress over several weeks or even months. Common types of non-healing wounds include diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, venous and arterial ulcers, and non-healing surgical wounds. Several factors can contribute to the development of non-healing wounds:

• Poor Blood Circulation – Reduced blood flow to the wound site hinders the delivery of essential nutrients and oxygen necessary for proper healing.
• Infection – Bacterial or fungal infections in the wound can impede the healing process.
• Diabetes – High blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes can impair immune function and slow down wound healing.
• Chronic Diseases – Conditions such as peripheral arterial disease (PAD), venous insufficiency, and autoimmune disorders can interfere with wound healing.
• Malnutrition – Inadequate intake of essential nutrients, especially proteins, vitamins, and minerals, can delay the healing process.
• Smoking – Smoking reduces blood flow and oxygen levels, hindering wound healing.
• Excessive Tissue Damage – Extensive tissue loss or damage can overwhelm the body’s ability to regenerate new tissue and heal the wound.

Tips for Wound Healing Optimization

Proper wound care is essential to support the healing process and prevent complications. If you are not able to effectively care for a wound yourself, contact us to schedule wound healing optimization services. Here are our tips for wound healing optimization: 

• Keep the Wound Clean – Gently clean the wound with mild soap and water as directed by your healthcare professional. Avoid harsh antiseptics that may damage healthy tissue.
• Use Moist Wound Healing – Use appropriate dressings that maintain a moist environment to facilitate healing.
• Reduce Pressure on the Wound – For wounds on weight-bearing areas, use padding or specialized footwear to reduce pressure and promote healing.
• Maintain a Healthy Diet and Proper Nutrition – Follow a balanced diet rich in proteins, vitamins (especially vitamin C and zinc), and minerals to support the body’s healing processes.
• Manage Underlying Health Conditions – Control chronic health issues, such as diabetes, hypertension, and peripheral arterial disease, to enhance wound healing.
• Quit Smoking – If you smoke, quitting can significantly improve blood flow and oxygen levels, aiding in wound healing.
• Schedule Regular Follow-up Appointments – Adhere to your healthcare provider’s recommendations and attend follow-up appointments to monitor progress and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.

Complications or Risks of Non-Healing Wounds

A non-healing wound can lead to serious complications. With proper wound care and education, you can reduce your risk of complications. However, if you notice any signs or symptoms of infection or other complications, visit a physician or wound care specialist right away. The most common complications or risks of non-healing wounds are:

• Infection
• Tissue damage
• Bone infection
• Blood infection
• Sepsis
• Amputation
• Chronic pain
• Disability
• Depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health issues

Our Hard-to-Heal Wound Treatments

At BH Wound Care, we offer comprehensive, holistic wound care services and hard-to-heal wound treatments. Our compassionate, experienced wound care specialists are certified in non-healing wound treatments and use innovative, state-of-the-art technology and therapies to promote healing, reduce pain and discomfort, lower the risk of complications, and improve overall health and wellness. Our hard-to-heal wound treatment options include: 

• Advanced Therapy for Stubborn Wounds – We offer advanced therapy for stubborn wounds due to chronic ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and other underlying medical conditions or injuries.
• Wound Debridement – Removing dead or infected tissue from the wound to promote new tissue growth.
• Topical Medications – The use of specialized dressings or ointments that facilitate wound healing and combat infection.
• Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) – Applying controlled vacuum pressure to the wound to promote blood flow and healing.
• Cellular and Tissue-based Products – Using bioengineered tissues or skin substitutes to aid in wound healing.
• Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) – Administering oxygen in a pressurized chamber to increase oxygen levels in the bloodstream and enhance wound healing.
• Antibiotics – Prescribing antibiotics to treat or prevent wound infections.
• Surgical Interventions – In some cases, surgical procedures may be necessary to address underlying issues affecting wound healing.

Schedule a Consultation to Explore Chronic Wound Care Solutions

At BH Wound Care, we understand that each wound is unique and offer personalized wound treatment plans that are tailored to individual needs. Our compassionate, certified wound care specialists will design a personalized program that relieves pain and discomfort and reduces your risk of complications. Call us now or reach out to us online to schedule a consultation to explore our chronic wound care solutions in Portland, OR; Los Angeles, CA; Vancouver, WA; and Nashville, TN.