Healing after surgery isn’t just about time—it’s about giving your body the optimal tools to rebuild, regenerate, and return to health faster. At Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin, we’re excited to offer collagen-based dressing therapy to support post-operative healing following hip, knee, cervical, or lumbar spine procedures.
Why Collagen?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and plays a vital role in healing and tissue repair. But not all collagen is created equal. OAW uses Healing Biologix collagen dressings, a sterile, medical-grade option that’s packed with regenerative benefits:
- Promotes Faster Healing: Collagen provides a scaffold that supports tissue regeneration and wound closure.
- Protects Against Infection: These dressings act as a natural barrier, helping reduce the risk of post-op infection.
- Minimizes Scarring: By supporting organized collagen deposition, cosmetic outcomes are often improved.
- Biocompatible & Absorbable: Made from purified collagen, the material is readily absorbed by the body as it heals.
You can learn more about the science behind this innovative healing solution at healingbiologix.com.
How Does It Work?
After surgery, your physician may recommend applying a collagen dressing directly over your incision site. Whether you’re recovering from a knee replacement, hip procedure, or spinal surgery, the process is simple and effective:
Step-by-Step Application:
- Clean hands and apply gloves.
- Cut the collagen sheet to fit the incision.
- Remove old dressings but leave steri-strips in place.
- Gently pat dry and mist with wound cleanser—do not oversaturate.
- Place collagen sheet directly on the incision.
- Seal with the secondary occlusive dressing (while the joint is bent for knees/hips).
💡 Application is repeated daily for up to 15 days or until your supply is gone.
Need guidance? We’ve created short instructional videos for each type of application:
These walk you through every step to ensure proper placement and optimal healing.
Insurance & Patient Information
While collagen dressings offer significant benefits, they are considered an alternative therapy and may not be covered by all insurance plans. Our team will verify your benefits before surgery and contact you with an estimate roughly three weeks prior to your procedure.
Should you choose to proceed:
- A dressing kit will be shipped directly to your home.
- You’ll receive enough supplies for the first 15 days of recovery.
- You can always opt out without impacting your standard care.
Questions about coverage or your dressing kit? Contact our Bracing & Medical Equipment team at (262) 303-5052.
Why We Recommend It
At OAW, we’re committed to providing cutting-edge, evidence-supported solutions that help our patients heal better and return to the activities they love. Collagen therapy is one more tool in our care arsenal—especially helpful for patients seeking to optimize healing, minimize infection risk, and reduce visible scarring.
Your body is designed to heal. Collagen just helps it do it smarter.
