Atypical Wounds
Atypical wounds can be some of the most challenging to diagnose and treat. They account for at least 20% of all wounds and may even be more common. These types of wounds require a highly-trained provider for proper diagnosis and comprehensive treatment plan. At Healing Touch WoundCare our wound treatment experts can address atypical wounds and help you find lasting relief.
What Is an Atypical Wound?
An atypical wound is any wound that does not fit into the primary non-healing wound categories, such as mixed or diabetic foot ulcers, pressure wounds, venous, or arterial wounds. Atypical wounds can result from inflammation, infection, chronic illnesses, or genetic disorders.
How Do You Spot an Atypical Wound?
Identifying an atypical wound can vary from patient to patient, but some common indicators include:
Unusual appearance
Abnormal location
Disproportionate pain relative to the wound's size
Lack of healing within 4 to 12 weeks despite treatment
Given the variability of these signs, it's crucial to have any suspected atypical wound evaluated by a trained provider.
How Is an Atypical Wound Accurately Diagnosed?
Misdiagnosis or delays in diagnosis are the leading causes of complications from atypical wounds. At Healing Touch WoundCare, our wound care providers are experts in diagnosing atypical wounds. While some wounds can be identified through a physical exam, others may require a sample to be sent to a lab for further evaluation. This process helps determine if the wound is affecting other areas and assesses its progression.
How Are Atypical Wounds Treated?
Treating atypical wounds requires a customized approach based on the wound's type, progression, and severity. At Healing Touch WoundCare, we develop personalized treatment plans using our cutting-edge therapies. Sometimes, multiple treatments are combined to achieve the best results. Our treatment options include:
Compression therapy
Wound cleaning
Wound debridement
Infection control
Specialized dressings
Bioengineered skin grafts
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Compression therapy, in particular, plays a crucial role when there is no active infection. Pressure stockings used in this therapy help prevent blood reflux, reduce fluid leakage, control edema, and slow down the progression of underlying conditions.
Why Choose Us?
Our team is one of the few practices to offer specialized care for atypical wounds. Our staff can evaluate your wound to determine if it is atypical and provide comprehensive care solutions. We offer a wide range of therapies that can be used independently or in combination.
Our team of highly-trained providers will also teach you how to properly care for your wound at home. This includes demonstrating how to thoroughly clean the wound, protect healthy skin, and change dressings. If you think you may have an atypical wound, call us or book an appointment online today.
