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<\/p>\n\u201cAfter a car accident left me with extensive injuries, the Wound Care team at Manning Regional Health Care Center has my sincere thanks for all they have done to heal my wounds,\u201d shares Christina Brown, a resident of Manilla.<\/p>\n
When Christina was referred to receive wound care treatment at Manning Regional, she had four large wounds on her leg. <\/p>\n
\u201cChristina\u2019s wounds were typical of what we see and treat here at MRHC,\u201d said Kendra Tiefenthaler, RN, MRHC Wound Care Clinic Coordinator. \u201cChristina\u2019s wounds were very large and deep in size requiring advanced treatment options to manage and heal the wounds.\u201d<\/p>\n
As with many wound care patients that Dr. Luong treats, he begin with an evaluation to assess the cause of the wound, look for any signs of infection, and determine the best treatment option for wound healing. Initially, Christina received wound care weekly and as the wound began responding to treatment, she transitioned to appointments every two weeks.<\/p>\n
\u201cAlthough my wounds were quite extensive and took what seemed like a very long time to heal, the staff controlled the pain and made me comfortable,\u201d said Christina.<\/p>\n
At each visit, Christina was seen by a nurse and doctor to monitor healing and assess for any signs of infection or other possible concerns.<\/p>\n
\u201cDepending upon the severity of the wound, it is important that the wound is cleaned regularly, and bandages are applied to help the wound heal more rapidly than if they weren\u2019t treated,\u201d said Tiefenthaler.<\/p>\n
Although this was the first time Christina had received treatment for a wound, she shared how positive her experience was.<\/p>\n
\u201cWound care is not something I would choose to do, but the wound care team made me as relaxed and comfortable as possible,\u201d Christina said. \u201cEverything was thoroughly explained, and all necessary steps were taken to ensure the proper healing. The care I received was excellent.\u201d<\/p>\n
As far as the impact COVID-19 has had on her treatment, Christina said there have not been any problems.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll precautions to ensure safe and healthy treatment were taken and I felt comfortable going to MRHC,\u201d she shared.<\/p>\n
\u201cI would definitely recommend Manning Regional\u2019s wound care services to others. They are a very caring and competent group of individuals,\u201d adds Christina. \u201cI will miss my visits with them. They are a great group, and I have enjoyed getting to know them.\u201d<\/p>\n
Although Christina\u2019s wounds were the result of a car accident, there are many other types of hard-to-heal wounds that the Wound Care Clinic treats. These wounds may be a result from pressure, trauma or infection. MRHC has many types of advanced treatment options available for wound care based on the type and severity of the wound.<\/p>\n
Sometime, even the simplest of wounds can turn into a significant problem because the body\u2019s normal healing process is affected. A wound that is not healing properly may be complicated by underlying conditions such as diabetes, circulation problems or previous radiation treatment. Non-healing wounds can have serious health consequences and may adversely affect a patient\u2019s quality of life.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is important that patients reach out as soon as they realize they have a wound that is not healing properly,\u201d stated Tiefenthaler. \u201cIf we can catch the wound early enough, oftentimes we can get a jump start on the healing process, decreasing the number of visits necessary for full healing.\u201d<\/p>\n
If you or a loved one has a wound that is of concern or is not healing properly, call the Wound Care Center at MRHC for an evaluation at (712) 655-8100.<\/p>\n
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