Conditions Treated
Diabetic related wounds & Foot ulcers
Diabetic patients are at a greater risk of developing wounds due to complications from their diabetes.
Compromised surgical flaps or grafts
Problems may develop after surgery with a flap or graft due to infection, decreased blood supply, etc.
"Chronic" or "hard to heal" wounds
Any wound that does not heal in an orderly set of stages or predictable amount of time. Wounds that do not heal within 3-4 weeks are "chronic".
dehisced surgical wounds
Wounds caused by a surgical complication where a surgical incision has opened.
necrotizing soft tissue infections
Infections caused by bacteria that has entered soft tissue and affected blood flow to the area.
soft tissue / osteo radiation necrosis
A condition where bone tissue is dying as a result of radiation treatment to the area.
venous insufficiency & statis ulcers
A condition where leg veins do not circulate blood back to the heart properly causing ulcers.
Arterial insuffiency wounds
Wounds that are usually located on the lateral surface of the ankle or distal digits. Commonly caused by peripheral artery disease (PAD).
pressure ulcers
A localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence as a result of pressure to the area. Also may be known as a "bedsore".
Crush injuries & soft tissue trauma
An injury caused by pressure from a heavy object or compression. Can result in bleeding, bruising, open wounds, and poor circulation.
greater saphenous vein reflux
A condition where leg veins do not circulate blood back to the heart properly causing ulcers.
osteomyelitis
A condition where a bone has become infected. The bone may have been exposed to bacteria through the bloodstream or an open fracture or wound.
Let's Get You Healed.
Use the form below to contact us regarding your health condition. You may also email us at info@shreveportwoundcare.com or call us at (318) 221-6700 to make an appointment.