Wound VAC Therapy

Struggling with a chronic foot wound or diabetic ulcer? Wound VAC therapy uses negative pressure technology to speed up healing, reduce infection, and promote tissue growth. Learn how this advanced wound care treatment can help you recover faster and prevent complications.

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Wound VAC Therapy for Foot and Ankle Wounds

Chronic wounds and ulcers, especially those affecting the feet and ankles, can be challenging to heal and may lead to serious complications if left untreated. Wound VAC therapy (Vacuum-Assisted Closure) is an advanced wound care treatment that promotes faster healing by using negative pressure therapy to remove excess fluids and bacteria while encouraging healthy tissue growth. This innovative approach is particularly beneficial for patients with diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, and traumatic injuries.

What Is Wound VAC Therapy?

Wound VAC, or negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), involves the application of a specialized dressing and vacuum pump to the wound site. This system creates a controlled suction environment that:

Removes excess fluid and infection from the wound
Reduces swelling and inflammation
Encourages new tissue formation and wound closure
Increases blood circulation for better healing

Conditions Treated with Wound VAC Therapy

Wound VAC therapy is particularly effective for patients suffering from:

Diabetic foot ulcers 鈥� Helps heal ulcers that are resistant to traditional treatments.
Surgical wounds 鈥� Reduces healing time and prevents complications.
Pressure ulcers 鈥� Promotes faster recovery for bedsores and chronic wounds.
Traumatic wounds 鈥� Assists in healing injuries with extensive tissue damage.
Post-amputation wounds 鈥� Enhances tissue regrowth and wound closure.

How Wound VAC Therapy Works

Wound Preparation 鈥� The wound is cleaned, and a special foam dressing is applied.
Sealing and Suction Application 鈥� A transparent adhesive film covers the dressing, and a vacuum pump is attached.
Negative Pressure Activation 鈥� The pump creates continuous or intermittent suction, removing excess fluids and bacteria.
Healing and Monitoring 鈥� The dressing is changed regularly, and progress is monitored by the podiatrist.

Benefits of Wound VAC Therapy

Faster healing time 鈥� Stimulates new cell growth and tissue regeneration.
Reduced risk of infection 鈥� Removes bacteria and promotes a clean healing environment.
Minimally invasive 鈥� Provides effective wound management without surgery.
Improved blood circulation 鈥� Enhances oxygen delivery to the wound site.
Less discomfort 鈥� Reduces swelling and pressure for a more comfortable healing process.

What to Expect During Treatment

Wound VAC therapy is usually conducted in a medical setting or at home under a doctor鈥檚 supervision. The vacuum system remains in place for several days or weeks, depending on the severity of the wound. Patients may experience mild discomfort or tingling, but these effects typically subside as the wound heals.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Wound VAC Therapy?

This treatment is ideal for individuals who:

Have chronic or non-healing wounds
Are recovering from foot surgery or amputation
Have diabetic foot ulcers or pressure sores
Require an advanced wound care solution to avoid complications

Why Choose University Foot & Ankle Institute?

If you have a chronic wound or foot ulcer that is not responding to traditional treatments, Wound VAC therapy may be the solution for you. By using negative pressure technology, this advanced treatment accelerates healing and reduces the risk of infection. Contact us today to determine if Wound VAC therapy is right for your condition.

At University Foot & Ankle Institute, our board-certified podiatrists offer expert care for treatments like wound care. We provide advanced treatment options, from conservative care to surgical solutions, ensuring personalized care for every patient.

Written and Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS

ABFAS^庐聽Board Certified in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery. and Director of University Foot and Ankle Institute

Dr. Bob Baravarian DPM, FACFAS is a Board-Certified Podiatric Foot and Ankle Specialist. He is an assistant clinical professor at the UCLA School of Medicine and serves as Director of University Foot and Ankle Institute.

Dr. Baravarian has been involved in athletics his entire life and played competitive tennis in high school and college. He has an interest in sports medicine, arthritis therapy, and trauma/reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. He is also fluent in five languages (English, French, Spanish, Farsi, and Hebrew),

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