3 Ways to Promote Open Wound Healing

If you’re dealing with an open wound that just won’t seem to heal, there can be a number of reasons.  Typically, an open wound should show signs of healing everyday.  If you’re not seeing improvement to a wound that you have, try these techniques to promote healing.

1. Ensure the wound is closing.  Continuously reinsuring a wound site will make it next to impossible for the skin to heal.  Wounds that are located on areas of the body that are frequently bent, such as fingers and feet, can take longer to heal because s
   mall movements reopen the skin.  You might want to consider immobilizing the area to get the wound to heal faster.
2. Consider your diet.  In order for your body to heal itself, it’s important for it to have the right nutrients.  New skin needs collagen and protein to grow, as well as a wide range of nutrients that aid in the formation of blood vessels and white blood cell mobility.  Increase your intake of protein, and consider taking a multi-vitamin to make up for any nutritional deficiencies.
3. Increase your fluid intake.  Wound drainage can be a big source of fluid loss, yet few people realize how important it is to drink extra water in order to promote their body’s natural healing processes.  It’s also important to cut your consumption of alcohol.  Not only can this dehydrate your body, but it also impedes your liver’s ability to flush out toxins and fight off infection.  The healthier your body, the more likely it is to be able to speed the healing of a wound.

If you’re struggling with a wound that just won’t get better, call our team at 972-665-6292 in Plano, 972-318-2383 in Lewisville or 972-607-9643 in Irving to arrange an appointment today!