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Skin Grafting for Chronic Wounds
Advanced Solutions for Faster Healing and Tissue Restoration
When chronic wounds fail to heal on their own or expose deeper structures like bone or tendon, skin grafting can be a highly effective solution. At Wound Care Specialists of Central PA, we offer advanced skin graft procedures designed to promote rapid healing, reduce pain, and restore your quality of life—all in a comfortable and compassionate setting.
What is Skin Grafting?
Skin grafting is a surgical procedure in which healthy skin is transplanted to an area with damaged or missing skin. This technique helps close difficult wounds, encourages tissue regeneration, and protects the wound from infection or further breakdown.
There are several types of skin grafts. The one chosen for you depends on the location, size, and severity of your wound.
Who Needs Skin Grafting?
Skin grafting is typically recommended when a wound:
- Is deep or wide and cannot close naturally
- Has poor circulation, delaying the healing process
- Exposes bone, tendon, or joint surfaces
- Is complicated by diabetes, vascular disease, or infection
Conditions we commonly treat with skin grafting include:
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Venous or arterial ulcers
- Pressure ulcers (bedsores)
- Post-surgical wounds
- Traumatic injuries
Benefits of Skin Grafting
Choosing skin grafting as part of your wound care plan can offer life-changing benefits:
- Faster Healing: Encourages tissue regeneration where healing has stalled
- Infection Control: Helps protect wounds from bacteria and contamination
- Pain Relief: Reduces exposed nerve endings that can cause severe discomfort
- Limb Preservation: Helps prevent amputation by closing wounds that threaten tissue survival
- Improved Function & Appearance: Restores the integrity of your skin and surrounding tissue
Advanced Wound Care Meets Personalized Support
At Wound Care Specialists of Central PA, your skin grafting procedure is customized for your unique needs. Our experienced providers assess your wound’s condition, your overall health, and circulation levels using non-invasive vascular testing (ABI) and digital imaging to determine the most appropriate treatment path.
We’re proud to offer skin grafting as part of a broader care plan that may include:
- Painless Ultrasonic debridement
- Bacterial detection with MolecuLight®
- Limb preservation strategies
- Ongoing wound optimization and follow-up
What to Expect
Your provider will explain the entire process and recovery expectations before your procedure. After skin grafting:
- The grafted area will be bandaged and monitored closely
- You may need to reduce activity or use a mobility aid temporarily
- Our team will provide step-by-step instructions for home care and follow-ups
We’re here every step of the way to ensure your comfort, safety, and healing.
Begin Your Recovery Today
If you have a wound that isn’t healing or have been told you may need a graft, don’t wait. Early intervention can prevent serious complications, including infection and limb loss.
Call us today at (717) 620-8225 and schedule your appointment to begin your healing journey.