Condition-specific care
Venous Leg Ulcer Treatment
Targeted compression and wound care to heal venous ulcers and keep them from returning.
Venous leg ulcers are the most common type of leg ulcer. They develop when the veins in the leg cannot return blood efficiently to the heart — a condition called venous insufficiency. Pressure builds in the veins, fluid leaks into surrounding tissue, and the skin breaks down into a shallow, often painful wound, usually above the ankle.
Our Orlando wound care team combines medical compression therapy with advanced wound dressings and, when needed, referral for treatment of the underlying vein disease — closing the ulcer and lowering the chance it comes back.
When to seek care
Early evaluation improves outcomes. Reach out if you notice any of the following.
- A shallow wound with irregular edges, often on the inner lower leg or ankle
- Aching, throbbing, or heaviness in the affected leg
- Swelling that worsens with standing and eases with elevation
- Discolored, thickened, or hardened skin around the ankle
- Weeping or drainage from the wound
- Itching or dry skin near the ulcer
Our treatment approach
Every plan is personalized to the wound, your health, and your goals.
Compression therapy
Multilayer bandages or wraps that improve venous return and reduce swelling — the cornerstone of venous ulcer care.
Wound debridement
Gentle removal of non-viable tissue to support a clean, healing wound bed.
Advanced dressings
Dressings matched to drainage levels to keep the wound moist and protected.
Skin and leg care
Elevation, moisturizing, and education to support healing and prevent recurrence.
Vascular referral
Evaluation for underlying venous insufficiency with referral for ablation or other vein treatment when appropriate.
Advanced therapies
UltraMIST ultrasound and infrared laser for ulcers that stall despite standard care.
Common questions
Why is compression so important for venous ulcers?
Compression counteracts the elevated pressure in the leg veins that caused the ulcer in the first place. Without it, healing is slow and recurrence is common.
Will the ulcer come back?
Venous ulcers can recur. Treating the underlying vein disease, wearing compression stockings after healing, and regular skin care greatly reduce that risk.
How long until I see improvement?
With consistent compression and wound care, many venous ulcers begin to shrink within the first few weeks; full healing often takes several weeks to a few months.
