Advanced care for hard-to-heal wounds
If you have wounds or skin ulcers that aren’t healing properly, don’t wait to seek treatment. Talk to a nurse or primary care provider to find out if you or your loved 1 should see a wound specialist. At Maimonides, we’re proud to offer expert wound care including hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy. From education and prevention to advanced wound dressings and even surgery, our physicians are dedicated to focusing on your needs and providing proper treatment for hard-to-heal wounds.
A variety of wound treatments can address your individual needs
Our wound care experts will assess your hard-to-heal wounds and determine the best course of treatment.
Wound treatment can include:
- Advanced wound dressings
- Antibiotic therapy
- Conventional wound dressings
- Education and prevention
- Nutritional counseling
- Protective footwear
- Surgery
Pressure ulcers, or bedsores, are a common risk among older people who may be bedridden or use wheelchairs. It’s important to seek treatment for pressure ulcers and wounds that are not healing properly
HBO therapy improves the healing process
Some patients may benefit from HBO therapy, especially those with non-healing wounds related to diabetes, bone infection, radiation injuries, burns, decompression illness, and carbon monoxide poisoning. To receive HBO therapy, you are seated in the hyperbaric chamber then placed under increased atmospheric pressure to breathe 100% oxygen. More oxygen in the blood and cells can promote faster healing.
A nurse or technician remains with you during your entire treatment, which may last between 1.5 and 2 hours. During this time, you may rest, sleep, listen to music, or even watch TV. If you and your doctor determine that HBO therapy is right for you, your doctor will share additional details about how to get ready for treatment and what to expect during treatment.
To speak with the Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center call (718) 283-8590