REGENERATIVE MEDICINE IS AN EMERGING APPROACH IN MODERN WOUND CARE AS IT CAN STIMULATE THE BODY'S OWN NATURAL HEALING PROCESS.

Regenerative medicine has significantly impacted the field of wound healing by activating the body’s inherent ability to repair and regenerate. This is partially due to the accessibility and structure of the skin. Conventional medicine has always had ways and means to support wound healing, but as science advances, we have learned that there are some non-healing wounds resistant to traditional methods.

The wound healing process

Natures wound healing process consists of four phases:

1. hemostatic,
2. inflammatory,
3. proliferative, and
4. remodeling.

Along with our state-of-the-art regenerative wound care, our body’s different systems work together to repair and replace devitalized tissue in these phases.

Types of wounds

There are many wounds that can have trouble healing. Here are some common types. Of course, every case is unique, so it is important to come in and see Dr. Ethan Kellum for a consultation as soon as possible if you have a wound that is not healing.

Diabetic Foot Ulcers Diabetic foot ulcers form as a result of skin tissue breaking down and exposing the layers underneath.
Post Mohs Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) is a special technique that utilizes both pathology and surgery to remove skin cancer. Post-surgery there may be an open wound, a skin graft, or stitches requiring care.
Venus Leg Ulcers Venous leg ulcers can occur when the veins in your legs do not push blood back up to your heart as well as they should. Blood backs up in the veins, building up pressure. Increased pressure and excess fluid in the affected area can cause an open sore to form.
Lacerations Lacerations go through all the layers of the skin and into underlying tissue like muscle or bone. Lacerations of the extremities including legs, arms, feet, and hands may involve tendons, nerves, and arteries.
Surgical Dehiscence Dehiscence is a common complication of surgical wounds, involving the breaking open of the surgical incision along the suture.
Pressure Ulcers Pressure ulcers are injuries to skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin.
Nashville Regenerative Orthopedics is committed to helping you get healthy and helping your body repair itself with the latest medical technology. In most cases, wound care treatments are fully covered by Medicare or other insurance providers. So, there may be no out-of-pocket expense to you.