Center for Wound Care
At SOMA Skin & Laser’s Wound Care Center, we provide expert care for a wide variety of chronic and non-healing wounds. Whether you’re dealing with complications from diabetes, vascular issues, or pressure ulcers, our team is dedicated to improving healing and enhancing quality of life.
Wounds We Treat
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
We offer advanced treatments to prevent infection and promote healing, including debridement, wound dressings, and specialized therapies designed to improve circulation.
Venous Ulcers
For wounds caused by poor circulation in the legs, we provide compression therapy, wound management, and targeted interventions to reduce swelling and improve healing.
Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores)
For those with limited mobility, pressure ulcers can become a serious concern. Our team works to relieve pressure, promote healing, and prevent further damage with customized wound care plans.
Arterial Ulcers
For wounds caused by blocked arteries, our comprehensive care includes enhancing blood flow, managing underlying conditions, and providing specialized wound treatments to support healing.
Post-Surgical Wounds
Healing complications after surgery can occur, but our expert care ensures a personalized approach to accelerate recovery, reduce scarring, and prevent infections.
Traumatic Wounds
We manage complex traumatic wounds using the latest techniques in wound healing, ensuring faster recovery and minimized complications.
Wound Care Treatments
At the Wound Care Center at SOMA Skin & Laser, we offer a range of advanced treatments to accelerate the healing process for chronic wounds. Our individualized approach ensures that each patient receives the most effective care for their specific condition. Below are some of the state-of-the-art treatments we provide:
Debridement
Debridement involves the removal of dead or infected tissue to promote the growth of healthy tissue. This is essential for wound healing, as it reduces infection risk and improves the wound’s ability to heal properly. We offer sharp debridement, autolytic debridement, and enzymatic debridement based on each patient’s wound type.
Compression Therapy
Compression therapy is used to treat venous ulcers and swelling in the legs. It improves blood flow and reduces swelling, helping ulcers heal faster. Our specialists use custom compression bandages and garments tailored to the patient’s specific needs.
Bioengineered Skin Substitutes
For chronic or large wounds, bioengineered skin substitutes are used to stimulate healing. These advanced skin grafts, often created from human cells, act as a scaffold to promote new tissue growth and protect the wound from infection. Apligraf® and Dermagraft® are examples of bioengineered products we use to treat challenging wounds.
Growth Factor Therapy
Growth factor therapy involves applying naturally occurring substances that promote cell growth and tissue repair directly to the wound. This treatment is especially effective for chronic ulcers and non-healing surgical wounds. Growth factors stimulate the body’s healing process and help close difficult wounds faster.
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT)
Also known as vacuum-assisted wound closure, NPWT uses a sealed dressing and controlled suction to remove excess fluids from the wound. This therapy reduces swelling, promotes blood flow, and accelerates healing. It is highly effective for larger wounds or those complicated by infection.
Advanced Wound Dressings
We use a variety of specialized wound dressings that support healing by keeping the wound moist, preventing infection, and managing drainage. Foam dressings, hydrocolloid dressings, and silver-impregnated dressings are some of the options available, customized to the wound’s specific needs.
Laser Therapy
Laser therapy can stimulate tissue repair and reduce inflammation, making it an excellent option for certain chronic wounds. This non-invasive treatment enhances circulation and encourages new tissue growth, speeding up healing for diabetic ulcers, pressure sores, and other non-healing wounds.
Offloading Devices
For patients with diabetic foot ulcers or pressure sores, offloading is essential to prevent further damage and allow healing. We coordinate with your podiatrist to provide customized footwear, braces, and cushions that relieve pressure on the wound area, giving it the chance to heal without further irritation.
Topical Antimicrobials and Antibiotics
To combat infection and promote healing, we use a variety of topical antimicrobial agents and antibiotics. These medications are applied directly to the wound to prevent bacterial growth and protect the healing tissue.
Why Choose SOMA Skin & Laser for Wound Care?
Our Wound Care Center utilizes the latest medical advancements, including growth factor treatments and bioengineered skin substitutes, alongside traditional methods to ensure the most effective treatment for chronic and complex wounds, as well as lasers for an optimal cosmetic outcome.
We are committed to providing a compassionate and comprehensive approach to wound care. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with each patient to tailor treatment plans that address not only the wound but also underlying conditions, to promote long-term healing and prevent recurrence.
Schedule Your Consultation
If you or a loved one are struggling with a non-healing wound, don’t wait. Contact the Wound Care Center at SOMA Skin & Laser today to schedule a consultation. Call 973-763-7546 to schedule an appointment.
