At Breedlove Wound Care, we understand that managing and healing wounds is a crucial step towards recovery and improved quality of life. Our specialized wound care program is designed to address a wide range of wounds, including chronic wounds, surgical incisions, and ulcers.
“It’s when we start working together
that the real healing takes place”
Innovative Skin Substitute Treatments
Skin substitutes play a vital role in our therapeutic arsenal, offering benefits such as:
Enhanced Healing: By providing a protective barrier and supporting tissue growth, skin substitutes help accelerate the natural healing process.
Reduced Scarring: These advanced materials are designed to minimize scaring by maintaining a moist environment and enhancing cellular activities necessary for tissue regeneration.
Pain Reduction: Skin substitutes can help reduce wound-related pain by covering nerve endings within the wound bed, providing comfort as the healing progresses.
Reduces Infection Risk: By covering the wound, skin substitutes can help shield it from external contaminants and bacteria, lowering risk of infections which are crucial for patients with compromised immune systems or chronic wounds.
Supports Regeneration of Diverse Tissue Types: Certain skin substitutes are designed not only to facilitate the regeneration of the dermal layer but also to support the growth of other types of tissue, such as subcutaneous fat or even deeper structures, depending on the wound’s depth and severity.
Reduces Healthcare Costs: By accelerating healing times and reducing complications such as infection or further surgery, skin substitutes can contribute to lower overall healthcare costs, particularly in the management of chronic wounds.
Skin substitutes are innovative medical products designed to facilitate the healing of damaged or lost skin. They serve as temporary or permanent solutions to cover wounds, burns, and various dermatological conditions. These substitutes can help manage the wound environment, promote healing, and reduce the risk of infection.
Improved Patient Outcomes
Prevention of Complications: Non-healing wounds can lead to serious complications, such as infections or gangrene. Early intervention can mitigate these risks, promoting better overall health for the patient.
Enhanced Recovery Rates: Addressing non-healing wounds promptly often results in faster healing and improved quality of life for patients. This helps them return to their daily activities sooner.
Pain Reduction: Non-healing wounds can cause significant discomfort or pain for patients. By focusing on treatment strategies, healthcare providers can alleviate suffering and enhance patient satisfaction.
Resource Optimization
Cost Efficiency: Managing non-healing wounds effectively can reduce the need for complex interventions, surgeries, or extended hospital stays, ultimately lowering healthcare costs for both providers and patients.
Focused Care Plans: Concentrating on non-healing wounds encourages the development of specialized care plans, incorporating advanced treatments and technologies tailored to individual patient needs.
Quality of Care
Holistic Treatment Approaches: Addressing non-healing wounds often involves multiple specialties, fostering a comprehensive approach to care that considers underlying conditions and patient lifestyle factors.
Increased Awareness and Education: Focusing on these wounds raises awareness among healthcare providers about best practices in wound care. It promotes continuing education and the adoption of evidence-based treatments.
Population Health
Identification of Underlying Issues: Non-healing wounds often serve as an indicator of broader health concerns, such as diabetes or vascular disease. By focusing on these wounds, healthcare providers can identify and address these underlying issues, thereby improving overall population health.
Data Collection for Research: Investigating the causative factors and treatment outcomes of non-healing wounds contributes to valuable research data, leading to improved treatment guidelines and strategies.
In summary, prioritizing non-healing wounds directly benefits patient health and safety while also enhancing the efficiency of care delivery. This comprehensive focus is vital for advancing medical practices and improving overall patient outcomes.
Skin substitutes can benefit patients with a variety of wounds, including:
Burn wounds
Skin substitutes are often used for superficial, partial, and deep burn wounds, and can help prevent water loss and accumulation.
Chronic wounds
Skin substitutes are recommended for chronic wounds that don't improve with standard care, such as diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers. These wounds can negatively impact quality of life due to pain, odor, decreased mobility, and social isolation.
Skin graft donors
Skin substitutes can be used for skin graft donors.
Other wounds
Skin substitutes can also be used for pressure-related injuries, traumatic wounds, and oncological resections in the face and scalp.
Criteria and Eligibility for Skin Substitutes
Skin substitutes are assisting with tissue regeneration and growth. These substitutes have created an opportunity to see advanced wound management when traditional treatments have failed. A brief history and assessment can determine qualifying criteria.
Non-healing wounds
Diabetic ulcers
Venous ulcers
Managed underlying disease process such as Diabetes, Kidney disease, etc.
Previously failed, traditional wound care treatments
Medicare Part B coverage
**Note: This is not an ALL inclusive list. A through H&P must be completed for all determinations of qualificationA Visual Journey of Healing with Allograft Barrier Application
This existing patient has been living with a non-healing wound on their lower extremity for over two decades. Throughout those 21 years, the patient has tried numerous wound care therapies in search of relief and healing that seemed nearly impossible. Here at Breedlove Wound Care, we believe that every patient deserves a tailored approach because no two wounds are the same. Our team, is equipped with advanced medical technologies and a passion for healing, is ready to take on the challenge.
Our team is currently utilizing the latest in skin substitute technology and other advanced modalities designed to promote healing and tissue regeneration. Our focus is on creating an optimal healing environment that encourages the patients body’s natural healing processes by applying allograft barrier application, while also exploring every potential avenue to overcome the barriers this wound has presented. During the initial evaluation, the total area of this patient's wound was measured at 164 square centimeters. After 9 weeks of allograft barrier applications, the wound has reduced to 60 square centimeters.
This patient’s journey is not yet complete, but progress is being made. We are committed to working with this patient every step of the way, adjusting our strategies as needed ensuring they receive the best possible care. This patient’s courage and perseverance inspire our team daily, and we are hopeful that continued applications will lead to more significant improvements.
At Breedlove Wound Care, we understand the challenges of living with chronic wounds. This patient’s story is just one of many successes we’ve witnessed. If you’re struggling with a non healing wound, let us help you find your path to recovery. Contact us today to learn more about our innovative applications and to schedule your consultation.
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