Windy City Wound Care

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Windy City Wound Care serves as a vital link between home health agencies, primary care physicians, patients, and wound care providers, facilitating in-office and at-home visits.

Pressure injuries rarely appear all at once. They develop slowly as prolonged pressure limits microcirculation in high-r...
11/25/2025

Pressure injuries rarely appear all at once. They develop slowly as prolonged pressure limits microcirculation in high-risk areas such as the sacrum, hips, and heels. Prevention depends on understanding why skin breaks down and monitoring the early physiologic changes that signal rising risk.

The T.I.M.E.S. model provides a structured clinical framework for evaluating skin integrity and identifying problems before an ulcer forms:

• Tissue: Offload pressure routinely to maintain oxygen delivery to vulnerable tissue. Even short periods of unrelieved pressure can trigger early ischemia.

• Infection/Inflammation: Redness, warmth, new pain, odor, or increased drainage indicate local inflammation or bacterial imbalance—both of which accelerate breakdown if not addressed.

• Moisture: Sweat, incontinence, or wound fluid softens skin and increases friction injury. Keeping the area clean, dry, and protected preserves the barrier function.

• Edge: Changes in texture—tight, shiny, boggy, or firm edges—are early biomechanical warnings that skin is beginning to fail under pressure.

• Surrounding Skin: Fragile, dry, irritated, or inflamed skin is more susceptible to friction, shear, and moisture damage.

When these warning signs are caught early, most pressure injuries can be prevented—or reversed before deeper tissue is involved.

Windy City Wound Care provides advanced in-home wound expertise to help patients maintain skin health, prevent complications, and receive timely intervention where it matters most: in the home.

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773
Or submit new referral / patient on our website.

11/24/2025

Wounds rarely stall without a reason. When healing slows, it’s almost always one of five forces at work: poor circulation, infection, pressure, swelling, or metabolic strain.

Real progress happens when you fix the root cause. Not just the dressing on top.

Our clinicians bring advanced wound care directly into the home, assessing each barrier and treating what’s actually holding the wound back.

Stronger circulation. Lower bioburden. Less pressure. Controlled edema. Better metabolic balance.

That’s when healing finally restarts.
📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773
Or submit new referral / patient on our website.

Are you or a loved one dealing with a wound that just will not close?In wound care we call this stalling. It happens whe...
11/24/2025

Are you or a loved one dealing with a wound that just will not close?

In wound care we call this stalling. It happens when the healing process hits a physiological roadblock. Understanding why it is happening is the first step to fixing it.

Here is a breakdown of the classic causes behind delayed healing.

Perfusion and Circulation Blood flow is the delivery system for healing. Issues like arterial insufficiency or smoking constrict vessels. This starves the tissue of the oxygen it needs to rebuild.

Infection It is not always about a raging infection. Even subtle bacterial buildup typically disrupts granulation tissue and increases pain.

Pressure and Edema This is a mechanical issue. Prolonged sitting or swelling in the limbs restricts blood flow. If you cannot offload the pressure the wound cannot breathe.

Metabolic Strain Healing requires massive energy. If your system is under strain from uncontrolled glucose or obesity your immune efficiency drops.

Every single one of these barriers has a treatment path. From vascular assessments to offloading gear and metabolic stability we have the tools to restart the healing process.

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773
Or submit new referral / patient on our website.

Wounds don’t stall by accident. When a wound stops progressing, it’s almost always one of five forces pulling the brakes...
11/24/2025

Wounds don’t stall by accident. When a wound stops progressing, it’s almost always one of five forces pulling the brakes: perfusion, infection, pressure, edema, or metabolic strain.

These problems don’t resolve with a dressing change. They need trained eyes, hands, and timely intervention.

At Windy City Wound Care, our clinicians treat the root cause—not just the surface. We assess circulation, identify infection early, relieve pressure, control swelling, and address the metabolic factors that quietly sabotage healing long before the wound appears.
When you fix the real barrier, healing restarts.

That’s why in-home, advanced wound care changes outcomes in Chicago.

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773
Submit new referral / patient on our website.

Antibiotic Awareness Week matters in wound care more than most fields.When antibiotics lose power, infections get harder...
11/18/2025

Antibiotic Awareness Week matters in wound care more than most fields.

When antibiotics lose power, infections get harder to control, tissue loss accelerates, hospitalizations rise, and healing slows to a crawl.

Here’s what good stewardship looks like in advanced wound care:
• Diagnose before you prescribe — culture, probe to bone, clinical context.
• Don’t treat colonization like infection.
• Choose narrow-spectrum when possible.
• Avoid “just-in-case” antibiotics for clean ulcers.
• Finish the course when an antibiotic is appropriate.

Antibiotics aren’t a shortcut — they’re a resource.

Use them with intention.

Your future patients depend on it.

READ MORE: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-amr-awareness-week/2025

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773
Or submit new referral / patient on our website.

For years, pressure ulcers have been viewed through a narrow lens: turn every two hours, use the right mattress, follow ...
11/17/2025

For years, pressure ulcers have been viewed through a narrow lens: turn every two hours, use the right mattress, follow every protocol, and they won’t happen.

The research tells a very different story.

Dr. Caroline Fife explains why many severe ulcers are vascular events that originate deep beneath the skin. These ulcers can occur even with excellent care, strong documentation, and strict adherence to clinical standards.

This understanding matters for clinicians, families, administrators, and legal teams. It helps set realistic expectations, supports accurate risk communication, and moves the conversation away from blame and toward truth.

The data is clear. Full thickness pressure ulcers evolve from the inside out and are often medically unpreventable.

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773

REF: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/293958847_A_Multi-site_Study_to_Characterize_Pressure_Ulcers_in_Long-term_Care_under_Best_Practices

Every wound is more than a surface injury — it’s the body’s way of communicating that something deeper needs attention. ...
11/12/2025

Every wound is more than a surface injury — it’s the body’s way of communicating that something deeper needs attention. Healing is not only a matter of bandages and treatment plans. It’s a biological symphony that depends on three interlocking forces: nutrition, circulation, and sleep.

Nutrition fuels recovery.
Without enough protein, the body struggles to form new tissue, collagen, and immune cells. Vitamins A and C, zinc, and iron are essential cofactors in building and protecting new skin. Malnutrition or restrictive diets can delay healing by weeks. For patients with chronic wounds, consistent protein intake — from eggs, lean meats, or legumes — is just as vital as the right dressing on the surface.

Circulation delivers life to the wound.
Blood flow carries oxygen and nutrients to every layer of tissue. When circulation slows — as in diabetes, venous disease, or immobility — wounds stagnate. Gentle movement, leg elevation, compression therapy, and hydration all help restore microvascular flow, reducing swelling and bringing the oxygen that cells need to rebuild.

Sleep powers immunity and regeneration.
Deep sleep triggers growth hormone release and immune cell activation. Even one week of poor sleep can raise inflammatory markers and slow closure rates. Healing accelerates when the body gets consistent rest, reduced nighttime stress, and balanced blood sugar overnight.

These three pillars form the Healing Triangle.

When one corner weakens, the whole structure falters. When all three align, cells regenerate efficiently, inflammation quiets, and skin integrity returns.

At Windy City Wound Care, our approach integrates these fundamentals into every treatment plan. We treat wounds from the inside out — combining clinical precision with lifestyle guidance that supports lasting recovery.

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773

Hospital readmissions are rarely about chance. They’re usually about missed warning signs, delayed follow-up, and gaps i...
11/11/2025

Hospital readmissions are rarely about chance. They’re usually about missed warning signs, delayed follow-up, and gaps in post-acute coordination. Our newest post breaks down the real drivers behind preventable readmission and the practical steps that keep patients stable in the home.

From wound progression to medication oversight to early escalation pathways, this guide lays out what actually works.

Read the full breakdown here: windycitywoundcare.com/reduce-hospital-readmission/

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773

Pressure injuries do not appear out of nowhere. They build quietly under the surface long before the skin breaks. The di...
11/10/2025

Pressure injuries do not appear out of nowhere. They build quietly under the surface long before the skin breaks. The difference between intact skin and a stage three wound usually comes down to early recognition and consistent prevention.

In our latest post, we break down the essentials every caregiver and clinician should know: why pressure injuries form, how to reposition safely, the earliest warning signs, the role of support surfaces, and the point where physician-led treatment becomes necessary.

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee & Winnebago Counties
🌐 windycitywoundcare.com | 📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773

Beginning January 1, 2026, CMS will introduce a national payment rate of $127.28 per square centimeter for advanced skin...
11/06/2025

Beginning January 1, 2026, CMS will introduce a national payment rate of $127.28 per square centimeter for advanced skin substitutes.

This update represents a major shift in reimbursement — but at Windy City Wound Care, access remains our priority. We continue to provide hospital-grade wound care in patients’ homes. Our team is fully aligned with the 2026 model — adjusting documentation, maintaining continuity, and expanding access through innovation.

We’re here to ensure that no patient’s healing journey is interrupted.

📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773
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When treating minor wounds at home, over-the-counter products can make a big difference in protecting tissue and reducin...
11/04/2025

When treating minor wounds at home, over-the-counter products can make a big difference in protecting tissue and reducing infection risk. Here’s what each one does, and why it matters:

Medical-grade honey — more than a natural remedy, it’s clinically proven to reduce bacterial growth and promote autolytic debridement (the body’s natural cleaning process). It creates a moist, oxygen-rich environment that accelerates healing and minimizes scarring.

Vashi Pure Hypochlorous Acid — a hospital-grade antimicrobial spray that’s safe for skin, eyes, and sensitive tissue. It neutralizes bacteria, fungi, and viruses on contact without the sting of alcohol or peroxide, making it ideal for wound cleansing.

Hydrocolloid bandages — modern dressings that trap moisture and encourage new tissue formation. They protect from dirt and friction while helping the wound close faster with less pain and fewer dressing changes.

Vaseline gauze — a non-adherent mesh infused with petroleum jelly that prevents fresh tissue from sticking to the bandage. It’s especially useful for burns, skin graft sites, and fragile or newly healed skin.

Antibacterial non-stick gauze — breathable layers with antimicrobial agents like silver or polyhexanide that reduce infection risk while allowing airflow, ideal for covering larger or draining wounds.

Our team uses these same principles in advanced wound care — just with higher precision, sterile technique, and physician oversight.

When in doubt, a mobile physician visit can keep small wounds from turning into complex cases.

📍 Serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, Kendall, Kankakee, and Winnebago Counties
📠 Fax referrals: 844-333-1773
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