It’s normal for cuts, blisters, or sores to heal on their own. Our bodies are able to heal themselves with just a little care and cleaning. But if a wound won’t heal after four to six weeks, or if it starts looking worse redder, swollen, leaking fluid, or giving off a bad smell that’s a clear sign something deeper is going on. Sores that aren’t treated can turn into non-healing foot ulcers and leg wounds. In extreme cases they can cause amputation.

So if you’ve waited for an injury that doesn’t heal, it may be time to quit waiting and seek assistance.

Some wounds are not healed.

Knowing the reasons why a wound won’t heal will help both you and your doctor decide the best method of treatment.

You are at a high chance of developing leg and foot wounds that aren’t healed properly if you suffer from diabetes. A high blood sugar level can harm your nerves (so that you don’t feel the pain whenever they occur) and limit blood flow, making it difficult for even minor cut to heal.

Poor circulation is another main cause, which can be related to arterial and venous ulcers. If your arteries, veins or vessels aren’t working then your blood supply isn’t getting enough oxygen and nutrients to heal your skin.

If you’re unable to move around, then it is possible that you will develop pressure ulcers.

Alongside age, additional factors such as certain medications (such as blood thinners) or autoimmunity issues, or a poor diet, can hinder healing. There is a chance that a combination can make a wound persist.

How long should healing take? And what if it doesn’t?

You may wonder what you should consider the “normal” healing process is. It’s dependent on the nature of the injury as well as your general health. Minor blisters or cuts may heal within a few weeks. A more serious foot ulcer or leg wounds that are not healing can take up to 12 weeks.

Do not put off seeking professional wound treatment if you don’t notice any improvement within 4 to six weeks. It’s time to talk to an expert on wound care. The longer a wound is left open, the higher the risk.

The Right Help is What You Are Deserving

It’s not “bad luck” that your wound doesn’t heal. Your body needs assistance. The good news? There are experts and treatments that could make a huge difference. Our clinic are experts in the treatment of non-healing foot injuries and leg ulcers, working alongside your other healthcare professionals to develop a personalized plan that gives your body the best chance to heal and to prevent leg amputations.

It doesn’t matter if it’s the latest wound dressings, or restoring blood flow or even treatments like hyperbaric Oxygen treatments, there are options out there. We’ll be there for you throughout the process, as we believe that no one should be forced to treat a wound which won’t heal.

Final Thoughts

The pain of a wound that isn’t healing isn’t just a physical problem it affects your entire life. There’s possibility. Do not hesitate to seek assistance if you’re exhausted of having to deal with an injury to your leg that will not heal an ongoing sore or a foot injury that isn’t healing. The earlier you ask for help, the sooner the wound you’ve been struggling with will heal and you’ll be able to return to the life that you’re deserved.