Wound Types & Healing Therapies

You may need experienced wound care if you have severe or chronic wounds and surgical incisions. Learn about the types of chronic wounds and treatment options available.

CHRONIC WOUND TYPES

There are many types of chronic wounds, which are wounds that don’t heal through normal treatment methods. The most common types of problem wounds include:

Arterial ulcers
Chronic wounds
Diabetic foot ulcers
Nonhealing surgical wounds
Pressure ulcers
Traumatic wounds
Vasculitic ulcers (leg)
Venous stasis ulcers (ulcers and skin damage due to malfunctioning veins)

A referral by your provider is needed to start your care.

WOUND THERAPIES

If you suffer from a chronic, or nonhealing, wound, ask your provider about a referral to Wound Care in Eau Claire. We will work with you and your provider to determine the best form of treatment, including:

Antibacterial treatment
Bio-engineered dressings
Compression therapy
Offloading
Vacuum-assisted wound closure
Wound debridement
Hyperbaric oxygen treatment

An important part of any wound care plan is education. Not only will you receive individualized care at appointment visits, you also will be given instructions and information to help healing while at home.

Not all treatments, tests and services are available at all Mayo Clinic Health System locations. Check with your preferred location in advance.