Condition-specific care
Nonhealing Surgical Wound Care
Advanced therapies for surgical wounds that have stalled or reopened.
Most surgical wounds heal without trouble, but some fail to close within the expected time or reopen after initial healing. Risk factors include diabetes, poor circulation, infection, radiation exposure, obesity, and tension on the wound edges. A non-healing surgical wound can prolong recovery and raise the risk of serious infection.
Our Orlando wound care team assesses why a surgical wound has stalled and builds a plan — from debridement and infection control to advanced technologies like UltraMIST ultrasound and infrared laser — to get healing back on track.
When to seek care
Early evaluation improves outcomes. Reach out if you notice any of the following.
- A surgical incision that has not closed after the expected healing time
- Separation of the wound edges (dehiscence) or opening of the incision
- Persistent drainage, increasing redness, or warmth
- Pain that worsens instead of improves after surgery
- Foul odor or discolored drainage from the wound
- Fever, chills, or feeling unwell
Our treatment approach
Every plan is personalized to the wound, your health, and your goals.
Wound assessment
Detailed evaluation of the wound, surgical history, and risk factors to identify why healing has stalled.
Debridement
Removal of non-viable or infected tissue to expose a healthy wound bed and restart healing.
Infection control
Targeted management of infection that may be blocking closure.
Advanced dressings
Dressings and negative pressure therapy to manage drainage and support tissue growth.
UltraMIST ultrasound
Non-contact ultrasound that reduces bioburden and stimulates circulation in stalled wounds.
Infrared laser therapy
Light energy that boosts cellular repair and microcirculation to support wound closure.
Common questions
When is a surgical wound considered non-healing?
A wound is generally considered non-healing or chronic when it has not shown meaningful progress toward closure within about 4 to 6 weeks despite standard care.
What makes a surgical wound stall?
Common causes include infection, poor blood supply, diabetes, tension on the wound, radiation changes, and inadequate nutrition. Identifying and addressing the cause is key to restarting healing.
Do I need a referral from my surgeon?
A referral is helpful but not always required. We coordinate with your surgical team to make sure wound care fits your overall recovery plan.
