In recent years, telehealth has transformed at-home chronic and long-term wound care. With improved access to medical providers and a reduced need to travel to healthcare facilities, patients can receive personal, specialized wound management. However, while telehealth consults are an increasingly important part of treating injuries and ulcers, some Atlanta area patients will naturally have doubts. Learning about the many benefits of telehealth can build confidence in the process, and improve access to dependable care.
What Are the Benefits of Telehealth Consults for Wound Care?
While in-person care is a vital part of the wound management process, many facets of a comprehensive treatment plan can in fact be performed virtually.
Early Detection of Complications
Infections are a significant risk during the wound-healing process. Without healthy skin forming a protective barrier, conditions are ideal for bacterial growth. Telehealth is an important tool for reducing risk, with clear images and videos helping specialists spot an infection at its earliest stages.
Frequent Check-Ins With Wound Care Specialists
Many aspects of wound management are perfectly suited for telehealth consultations. When you hire a mobile wound care service, they will diagnose and treat the wound at a patient’s home or health care facility. However, much of the follow-up monitoring can be performed virtually, with regular check-ins to assess how the wound is healing.
Treatment Accessibility
Access to wound care specialists is often challenging for people in remote areas or with mobility issues. When access to medical providers becomes difficult, patients may miss appointments or not report concerning symptoms. Mobile wound care (with the addition of regular telehealth consultations) brings expert treatment to patients in the comfort of their homes.
Adaptable Wound Care Plans
Of course, wounds will vary in severity, complexity and healing progress. By consulting regularly with a wound care specialist, patients can receive quick modifications to their treatment plan when required. Patients can discuss and show changes to their wound via a virtual check-up, then receive recommendations for new dressings, medications and other treatment options.
A Cost-Effective Treatment Approach
Ongoing management of a complex wound can lead to many costs, including transportation, hospital admissions and time away from work. With a virtual wound care consultation, costs are minimized and the treatment plan can be optimized for the best use of resources.
Assistance With Self-Care Techniques
Self-care techniques are a crucial part of an effective wound management plan. Patients or caregivers will often need to clean, dress and monitor injuries between their provider’ visits. With telehealth services for mobile wound care, providers can offer detailed advice and give demonstrations as they help build a patient’s confidence, ensuring they take the necessary steps to help their wound heal.
Schedule a Wound Care Telehealth Consult
Preferred Healthcare provides accessible telehealth consultations with leading wound care experts. Access virtual appointments and mobile wound care at your Atlanta area home or healthcare facility. Call (404) 919-5708 or schedule an appointment.