At Advanced Wound Care of Utah we truly care about you, our client, and that’s reflected in our approach to care plans. By bringing our services to your home, we work to take some of the stress out of what are often very difficult and dangerous situations. These are the 4 Cs that characterize the care you will receive:
The Advanced Wound Care Utah team is dedicated to clear communication between patient, provider and wound care specialist. We understand excellent communication is the backbone to effective treatment, support and care.
Our mission is to not only treat your wounds but to also do so in ways that reduce your stress. By providing consistent, scheduled wound checks and communication, you can feel confident in the care you receive.
You reach out to us because you have a problem to be resolved. To address your problem we strive to provide care that exceeds expectations for our patients and their regular providers
To us, patients aren’t just cases and numbers. They are individuals who have specific concerns and needs. We approach our patients with compassion, treating them as if they are our own family.
These are wounds that have either partially or entirely opened along an incision line due to unsuccessful healing.
These are damages to skin and subsurface tissue caused by extended pressure, often seen in individuals confined to a bed for a long period.
These refer to sores that appear in about 15% of diabetic patients, typically found on the foot’s underside.
These are open wounds that emerge when the lower body parts are deprived of blood, causing a lack of oxygen in the skin and the tissue beneath it.
These types of ulcers commonly form due to harm to the internal valves of the leg veins. They might not heal independently if they’re not treated adequately.
Severe injuries like cuts, gashes, or pierce wounds that cause harm to the skin and tissues underneath due to an unexpected incident or accident.
Debridement is the process of removing necrotic or dead tissue that occurs during wound healing. This tissue inhibits the body’s ability to recover and develop new tissue during the healing process. This makes debridement critical in preparing a wound for quick and efficient healing.
Offloading refers to removing pressure from the affected appendage. Offloading is achieved through a variety of methods including:
Compression Therapy involves the use of specialized stockings to reduce swelling and increase blood flow in lower limbs. Compression stockings attempt to apply gentle pressure and strengthen vein support. The stockings slowly stretch out vein walls which in turn helps eliminate swelling.
Infection control is a critical element of any wound treatment. It can only be effective if both patient and care providers are dedicated to the proper infection control practices. Proper clinical infection control practices require the existence of an official Infection Control Program. There are many precautions we detail to help patients follow good hygienic practices, eliminating the majority of infection risks.
Poor circulation is a primary contributor to complications with wound healing. Restoring blood flow to areas showing signs of reduced circulation is critical to proper wound care and to avoid amputation. We work with patients to take steps that restore blood flow including: stopping tobacco use; maintaining a healthy weight, control blood glucose levels, controling blood pressure, eating a diet low in sodium and added sugar; keeping physically active.
When caring for wounds, clinicians have a wealth of options for bandages and dressings. These options are considered superior to the basic gauze and tape and are referred to as Advanced Wound Dressings. Advanced dressings reduce heal times and decrease risk of infection, thereby reducing drainage.
Skin substitutes have been used to aid in wound closure for centuries. They also help to control wound pain and replace the skin functions to promote proper wound healing. Skin substitutes come in two varieties, temporary and permanent. Temporary substitutes function as a wound covering and primarily serve to protect a wound from bacteria and additional trauma while providing a moist, clean and healthy environment for wound healing. Permanent substitutes are used to fully replace all layers of the skin and are most common with severe burns.
Negative pressure wound therapy also known as “NPWT” is an option for treating burns, various types of ulcers and other chronic wounds. NPWT uses a dressing that creates a seal over the wound and around tubing which is attached to a pump which will draw out fluid and infection from a wound to help it heal. NPWT is a great option for some, but not all, patients. Based on your wound and medical situation, your provider will decide if you are a good candidate for this method of wound treatment.
A common treatment for diabetic foot ulcers relies on the application of a hard cast to relieve pressure on the areas of the foot that are most prone to ulceration. This technique is most commonly referred to as Total Contact Casting and is an option that may be presented by a provider post-diagnosis.
Quickly from the time you call or are referred to Advanced Wound Care Utah, we will get in contact with you and help you schedule an in-home visit.
No more waiting rooms and costly clinic or hospital visits. Your very own physician will come to your home and give you the advanced wound care you need.
After your first consultation, we will set up your customized treatment plan and schedule future wound care visits.
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Specializing in advanced wound care, our dedicated professionals are committed to delivering comprehensive healthcare solutions right to your Utah living space, ensuring your health and convenience always come first.