Wound Debridement
When a wound impacts the skin, it can cause the surrounding tissue to be damaged, infected, or even die. Wound debridement is an essential step in the healing process that removes the skin that a wound has impacted. Healing Touch WoundCare provides mechanical and enzymatic debridement to help clear away impacted tissue and skin and start healing.
What isWound Debridement?
Wound debridement involves the medical removal of tissue that has been damaged, infected, or necrotic due to a wound. This process enhances the healing potential of the surrounding healthy tissue. In some cases, debridement may also involve the removal of a small amount of healthy tissue to prevent the wound from spreading or recurring.
Debridement Methods
Debridement can be carried out using various techniques. Total Vein Treatment Center employs two primary methods:
Mechanical Debridement
This method involves the use of hydrotherapy techniques, such as irrigation, wet-to-dry dressings (bandages), and abrasion methods. Pressurized water is used to remove the damaged tissue. The specific approach depends on factors like the type, size, and location of the wound, as well as the extent of debridement needed.
Enzymatic Debridement
This method employs chemical enzymes to dissolve dead tissue. The enzyme is applied directly to the affected area, where it breaks down the damaged tissue. Fast-acting and effective on various types of wounds, including burns, this approach uses enzymes derived from microorganisms or plants.
Who Should Recieve Wound Debridement?
Wound debridement is particularly beneficial for patients with wounds involving affected tissue, such as infected, damaged, or necrotic tissue. This procedure helps by removing dead tissue, bacteria, and older cells, and can also promote the regrowth of healthy tissue.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woudn Debridement:
Is wound debridement a common practice?
Yes, wound debridement is a standard procedure in wound management for most types of wounds.
Is wound debridement painful?
Some discomfort may be associated with debridement. However, your provider will assist in managing your pain to ensure the procedure is as comfortable as possible.
Can debridement be performed on all wounds?
Debridement is not always necessary and may not be beneficial for every type of wound. At Healing Touch WoundCare, our specialists will assess your wounds to determine if debridement will aid in your healing process.
Which Method of Debridement Is Right for Me?
Your provider will select the most suitable debridement method during your initial appointment. Healing Touch WoundCare Center's skilled wound-care professionals are experienced in various debridement techniques. They will assess your wound based on factors such as:
Type and cause of the wound
Condition of the affected tissue
Amount of tissue that needs removal
Location of the wound
Status of the surrounding tissue
Why Choose Healing Touch WoundCare?
The THealing Touch WoundCare 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 Healing Touch WoundCare or book an appointment online today.
