There are different types of wounds, for example burns, bedsores, open wounds (ulcus cruris), surgical wounds, diabetic wounds or skin tears.
Each wound therefore deserves its own personal approach. At Huidzorg West the skin therapists focus mainly on wound treatment of open wounds (ulcerus cruris) or skin tears.
Frequently asked questions about wound care Make an appointmentThe application of wound care is tailor-made, and a specific treatment plan will be drawn up for each person to achieve the best possible result. The Huidzorg West skin therapists focus mainly on wounds caused by lymphoedema complaints. In addition to applying the right wound care, compression therapy is very important.
Step 11Depending on the type of wound, the skin therapist will determine the wound policy
Step 22The skin therapist will remove old wound tissue if necessary
Step 33The wound will be cleaned appropriately
Step 44The appropriate wound material and dressing will be applied
Step 55To support faster healing, compression therapy will be applied by means of ambulatory compression therapy or compression aid
No. The wound may be wet and therefore leak on the stocking. The wound material that is applied can also cause an incorrect pressure distribution on the leg and thus cause additional complaints. The skin therapist will therefore use an appropriate other temporary compression agent.
For burns, open wounds (ulcus cruris), skin tears, oncological wounds, diabetic wounds, bedsores or surgical wounds.
Depending on the complaint caused by the scar, scar therapy can be applied by means of: fractional laser, scar therapy, camouflage therapy.
| Edema therapy | 30 min | € | 51.00* |
| Fitting of aids | 30 min | € | 51.00 |
| Burns aftercare | 30 min | € | 51.00 |
Special arrangements apply to the above treatments. Every health insurance company has a fixed rate for these therapies.
For chronic conditions, the first 20 treatments are covered by the additional package; from the 21st treatment onwards, the treatments are covered by the basic health insurance. If there is no supplementary insurance, the first 20 treatments are at your own expense, after which a claim can be made under the basic insurance.