What is a Wound Care Center?

A wound care center is a specialized healthcare facility focused on treating complex, chronic, or non-healing wounds using advanced therapies and technologies. These centers employ multidisciplinary teams including wound care specialists, nurses, and therapists who use treatments like hyperbaric oxygen therapy, negative pressure wound therapy, and specialized dressings to promote healing.

Why wound care centers matter

• Treats difficult wounds: Provides specialized care for wounds that haven't responded to conventional treatment methods
• Prevents complications: Reduces risks of infection, amputation, and other serious complications from chronic wounds
• Uses advanced therapies: Employs cutting-edge treatments and technologies not available in general medical settings

How Solace can help

A Solace advocate can help you locate appropriate wound care centers, understand insurance coverage for specialized wound treatments, and coordinate care between wound specialists and your primary healthcare providers. Advocates can also assist with obtaining necessary medical equipment and supplies for ongoing wound care at home.