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What causes venous ulcers?Your veins contain tiny valves that keep blood circulating throughout your body. These valves snap open and shut to move blood against the force of gravity back to your heart. In some people, venous diseases affect valve functioning. Other medical conditions, like diabetes, can also put you at risk for leg and…

AbstractNutritional interventions are not commonly a standard of care in rehabilitation interventions. A nutritional approach has the potential to be a low-cost, high-volume strategy that complements the existing standard of care. In this commentary, our aim is to provide an evidence-based, practical guide for athletes with injuries treated surgically or conservatively, along with healing and…

Wound healing is a complex, highly regulated process that is critical in maintaining the barrier function of skin. With numerous disease processes, the cascade of events involved in wound healing can be affected, resulting in chronic, non-healing wounds that subject the patient to significant discomfort and distress while draining the medical system of an enormous…

Diabetic wounds are unlike typical wounds in that they are slower to heal, making treatment with conventional topical medications an uphill process. Among several different alternative therapies, honey is an effective choice because it provides comparatively rapid wound healing.

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Share this on:While gauze and Band-Aids® serve their purpose in protecting broken skin, it is important to take a few steps before applying a bandage to a cut, scrape, or wound. Properly cleaning a wound helps with faster healing and prevents infections and unwanted complications. Follow the steps outlined below to treat superficial skin wounds…

In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide on the correct technique for performing wet-to-dry dressing changes. This crucial aspect of wound care is commonly encountered in various healthcare settings and requires precision and adherence to best practices. By understanding the step-by-step process, healthcare professionals can ensure the effective removal of necrotic tissue and…

Dressing Surgical Wounds Most surgery can be categorised into two groups: elective (‘clean’) and emergency (this is often referred to as ‘dirty’). A surgical wound of the latter category has a higher incidence of dehiscence or complications. Dehiscence is defined as: ‘Separation of the layers of a surgical wound, it may be partial or only…

]]> ]]]]>]]> Author: Janet S. Mackenzie, MD, ABPS, CWSP, AAGPJanet S Mackenzie MD, ABPS, CWSP, AAGP is the Chief Medical Officer at Vohra Wound Physicians. She has been with the company since 2013 and has almost 30 years of wound care experience as both a plastic surgeon and a wound care specialist. After obtaining a…

Last updated Save as PDF Steps Use this checklist to review the steps for completion of “Simple Dressing Change.” Steps Disclaimer: Always review and follow agency policy regarding this specific skill. Gather supplies: nonsterile gloves, sterile gloves per agency policy, wound cleansing solution or sterile saline, sterile 2″x 2″ gauze for wound cleansing, 4″ x…