Conditions Treated
Arterial and Ischemic Wound Care
When blood flow to the lower legs and feet is reduced, wounds can struggle to heal and complication risk rises — these wounds often need coordinated vascular evaluation.
Why arterial wounds are different
Arterial, or ischemic, wounds occur when reduced blood flow limits the oxygen and nutrients tissue needs to heal. These wounds can be more fragile and slower to respond to standard wound care alone.
How PWS approaches arterial wounds
Our team evaluates circulation as part of the overall wound assessment and coordinates with vascular specialists when further evaluation, imaging, or intervention may help improve blood flow alongside local wound care.
What to watch for
Wounds on the feet or lower legs that are painful, discolored, cool to the touch, or not improving should be evaluated for a circulation-related cause.
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