PMRLI treats wounds resulting from acute injury, postsurgical issues, bed sores, diabetic and vascular disease, and radiation. Wounds are treated with topical medications and debridement in the office or can be referred for specialized treatments such as hyperbaric oxygen. Family and patient education are also critical to the healing process.
Suffering from a wound can be a dangerous medical issue that needs to be dealt with immediately to avoid further complications. There are several different types of wounds, ranging from not serious to necessary to deal with immediately. Wound care is essential to fully recover from any wound that you may have sustained. At Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation of Long Island, Dr.Rai is fully knowledgeable and experienced in what is needed to help patients recover through wound care in Suffolk County.
Wounds can occur for several different medical reasons, such as
- Diabetes
- Radiation
- Bed Sores
- Acute Injury
- Postsurgical Issues
- Vascular disease
- Use of prosthetics/orthotics
We treat wounds with topical medications as well as with debridement, which is the removal of damaged tissue or foreign objects from a wound. We may also refer to specialized treatments such as hyperbaric oxygen. Family and patient education are also critical to the healing process.
Knowing when it is the time to go and see a doctor for your wound might seem difficult to determine; however, here are a few signs that will let you know that you need to be seen by a medical professional.
- If the bleeding from the wound does not stop after 20 minutes or does not stop when applying direct pressure to it, medical attention is needed.
- You should also get medical attention if the wound is more profound than half an inch.
In our office, we can treat wounds through the use of topical medications as well as debridement, which is the removal of damaged tissue or foreign objects from a wound. We can also refer to other treatment options if more specialized care is needed. Another part of the treatment and rehabilitation process is educating the patient and family. Making sure that the patient and family are aware of the medical situation and comfortable with how the recovery process will go will make the overall experience much easier for both parties. Wounds can be different and unique to each individual, so developing the correct treatment and rehab process for them is crucial to the patient’s recovery.
At PMRLI, our team will ensure that you receive proper and quality medical care for any wounds you may be suffering from. Dr. Paulinder Rai is ready to work with you to help you recover in the most comfortable and effective way he can. If you are looking for wound care in Suffolk County, contact our office today.