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StrideWoundCare is an innovative wound care practice that provides flexible healing care with a servant's heart. We are happy to offer high-quality, tailored care plans to each patient in one of our clinics or in their own home. Please browse through our educational blog for additional information about your wound or skin concerns. We are proud to serve patients in Lewisville, Fort Worth, Dallas, Irving, and the neighboring communities in Denton County.
6 Wound Care Treatment Myths Not to Believe
Did you know that chronic wounds affect 6.5 million patients annually? These wounds are both a burden and a challenge to the healthcare system, and of course, to the patients who suffer from them. Therefore, early intervention and treatment are crucial to the healing...
Step-by-Step Diabetic Foot Care
For our patients who live with diabetes, we understand there are many different health guidelines they need to follow and track routinely. While diabetic patients may be consistent about tracking their diet and insulin levels, foot health can fall to the wayside....
Who Is More at Risk for Developing Pressure Ulcers?
John is a 72-year-old former marathon runner who, after a devastating car accident 15 years ago, isn’t near as mobile as he used to be. His family is very aware of the dangers of pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores, and do their best to keep John from lying down...
What Is the Difference Between a Wound and Ulcer?
It can be confusing for anyone with a long-lasting and painful skin break to know exactly what they’re dealing with. Historically a wound was considered to be a condition caused by an external force, such as a such as a bullet or a surgical incision. Whereas an ulcer...
StrideWoundCare Announces Name Change and New Location
DALLAS, TEXAS (November 2021): StrideWoundCare, an innovative wound care practice that brings tailored wound care to patients in home or at clinic, is pleased to announce a partnership with StrideCare. The partnership allows StrideWoundCare, formerly named...
4 Reasons Why You Have a Non-Healing Ulcer
It’s bad enough to have an open wound on your legs or feet. But when it doesn’t heal or is healing too slowly, no matter what remedies you try, the experience goes from painful to life-altering. These sores are known as non-healing ulcers, and they affect 6.5 million...
How Does What You Eat Affect Wound Healing?
One way to improve wound healing and reduce your risk for severe complications that lead to skin ulcers, open sores, vascular insufficiency, and infection is to take a hard look at what you’re eating. Your diet plays a huge role in maintaining a healthy weight,...
Sleep and Wound Care: Are These Related?
It’s only natural to be at your wit’s end when you have a wound that won’t heal. This is especially true if you’ve been trying anything and everything to speed things up and find relief. Whatever you do, though, don’t lose any sleep over it. Surprising as this may...
How To Spot Warning Signs of Wound Care Needs in An Aging Parent
Sometimes spotting the warning signs of wound care needs in an aging parent is obvious. Perhaps they’ve complained about a painful ulcer on their foot that won’t go away. Or a surgical wound isn’t healing correctly. Naturally, this would prompt a quick call to a wound...
June Is Wound Healing Awareness Month. Why It Matters.
June is Wound Healing Awareness Month, created by the American Board of Wound Care Management. Its purpose is to draw more attention to chronic wounds, the challenges wounds create for people affected, and healthcare professionals who go above and beyond to step in...
StrideWoundCare provides patients with high-quality, tailored wound care plans in one of our clinics or from their homes. Our expert medical staff is proud to offer their services to patients in Dallas, Fort Worth, Lewisville, Irving, and the nearby communities of Denton County. Contact us to schedule your private consultation with our team members today.