<p>Manufacturing optimal dressings for chronic wound treatment presents a significant challenge, requiring innovative and precise application techniques tailored to specific treatment needs. This review explores the difficulties associated with chronic wound care and the benefits of hydrogel technology. Ulcers, the most prevalent type of chronic wound, are particularly challenging due to the prolonged healing times. Recent research endeavors have delineated the requisite features of ideal dressings, spurred by advancements in technology, particularly in the realm of hydrogel-based dressings and their integration with promising therapeutic elements for chronic wound care. The study leverages the unique characteristics of hydrogels that emerges as the preeminent dressing choice for fostering the healing of chronic wounds, surpassing alternative dressing options. The potential synergy between hydrogel technology and diverse therapeutic agents holds promise for developing superior hydrogel dressings, exhibiting heightened efficacy in expediting the healing process of chronic wounds.</p>