Wound Care

Wound Care services offered in Altamonte Springs, FL

While common, wounds can become infected and cause painful or severe complications if left untreated. At Solution Health Specialists in Maitland, Florida, Andre Marques and the highly trained team provide comprehensive wound care services to patients of all ages. Schedule an evaluation by phone or request one online today. Telehealth and house calls are also available.

Wound Care Q & A

What is wound care?

Wound care at Solution Health Specialists involves treatment for open areas of the skin. Examples of wounds include punctures, diabetic wounds, ulcers, cuts, scrapes, lacerations, and burns. Many minor wounds heal on their own without complication, but other skin injuries need medical intervention to heal effectively or avoid infection.

The experts at Solution Health Specialists are highly skilled in wound care treatments. They can see you during same-day appointments when time is of the essence, and offer house calls if you prefer.

What are the risk factors for wounds?

Wounds can be caused by:

Radiation
Burns
Diabetes
Vascular diseases
Traumatic injuries
Sharp objects
Animal bites
Falls
Car accidents
Sports injuries
Biopsies
Pressure
Surgery

The severity of your wound determines how best to treat it. If you’re unsure if you need medical intervention for a wound, the friendly team at Solution Health Specialists can address your questions over the phone. If your wound is large, deep, bleeding heavily, or nonhealing, see our experts right away.

How are wounds diagnosed?

Diagnosing a wound and the most appropriate way to treat it requires an evaluation and discussion about your symptoms and medical history. Your provider might take a biopsy, swab the wound, order lab work, or suggest imaging procedures to rule out additional concerns.

How are wounds treated?

Your personalized wound care treatment plan may consist of:

Diabetes management
Stitches
Staples
Bioengineered skin substitutes
Grafts
Dietary supplements
Nutrition changes
Oral or topical medications
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Specialized dressings
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
Radiofrequency or ultrasound treatment
Debridement
Tetenus shot if necessary
Surgery

You might wear comfortable shoes or inserts to reduce the risk of or help treat foot wounds. Reduce your chance of complications by taking any medications as instructed, keeping your wound clean, and calling the Solution Health Specialists office at the first sign of an infection (redness, warmth, pus, etc.).

If you have diabetes, it’s important to take good care of your feet, wear special shoes if asked to, and keep blood sugar within a healthy range. Check your blood sugar regularly at home and see a healthcare provider routinely for diabetes management.

Schedule a wound care evaluation at Solution Health Specialists by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today. Telehealth and house calls are also available.