Author(s)

Kelly Frasier^1*, Vivian Li¹, Sara Christoforides², Kathleen Daly³, Alexandra Loperfito⁴, Karina Stech⁵, Milena Dragovic⁶

¹Nuvance Health/Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, NY, USA.
²Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
³Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University, Augusta, GA, USA.
⁴Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA, USA.
⁵Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
⁶College of Osteopathic Medicine, California Health Sciences University, Clovis, CA, USA.

This comprehensive review explores the intricate dynamics between psychosocial factors and chronic wound healing processes, specifically focusing on prevalent conditions such as pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and venous leg ulcers. By examining the roles of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), this paper illuminates how these factors intricately influence wound healing dynamics, including mechanisms of pain perception and inflammatory responses. Furthermore, we evaluate the effectiveness of integrated biopsychosocial interventions, which encompass a holistic approach to wound care, thereby enhancing healing outcomes for dermatology patients. Future studies should focus on investigating the specific psychosocial determinants that significantly influence wound healing, exploring novel therapeutic strategies, and implementing personalized interventions to meet the unique needs of each patient. Such endeavors hold promise in advancing the fields of psychodermatology and wound management, fostering a deeper understanding and application of psychosocial considerations in dermatological care.

Psychosocial Factors, Chronic Wound Healing, Biopsychosocial Interventions, Psychiatric Conditions, Dermatology Patients

Frasier, K. , Li, V. , Christoforides, S. , Daly, K. , Loperfito, A. , Stech, K. and Dragovic, M. (2024) The Impact of Psychosocial Influences on Chronic Wound Healing. Open Journal of Medical Psychology, 13, 39-57. doi: 10.4236/ojmp.2024.133004.