During the healing process, necrotic tissue, or slough, forms over the chronic wound. It presents as is a pale yellow, dead tissue and covers the entire wound bed. A wound develops slough, it means that it is stuck in the inflammatory phase and healing is...
A sterile gauze or transparent dressing at the catheter site is effective in preventing infections. Reduced change frequency, visual inspection of the site and improved comfort are its other benefits.
Honey is a great way to add sweetness to recipes and beverages, but did you know it has been used for centuries for wound care? How does this work? Is there a specific type of honey to use? We have the information you need. READ MORE
Foam dressings are made from semi-permeable polyurethane and are non-adherent and non-linting. They create a moist environment effective for healing of wounds. Foam dressings allow entry of moisture but keep bacteria and other contaminants away from the wound...
Gauze wound dressings are dry, woven or non-woven sponges and wraps having varying degrees of absorbency, based upon the design. They are made of cotton, polyester or rayon. This wound dressing is available in sterile or non-sterile type with or without an...
Soft silicone is the soft and tacky part of the family of solid silicone. Soft silicone dressings are covered with a hydrophobic soft silicone layer that is tacky to touch. Tackiness ensures the dressing stays intact, so wear time can be longer facilitating...
Primary wound contact layers: These are not absorbent but allow exduate to pass through into an absorbent secondary dressing. They are thin, made of flexible polyamide net and non-adherent to the wound bed. Most appropriate for superficial wounds including...
There are many types of silicone scar sheets available. So, which one should you choose? We have put together a list of the five best silicone scar sheets. READ MORE.
Swimming with a wound during the healing process is possible. How do I swim safely with a wound? What do I need? We have the information you need to know. READ MORE
Basic first aid is important to properly heal any wound and having the proper supplies, readily at hand, is crucial. Making sure your first-aid kit at home or on the road is properly stocked cannot be overstated since the ability to control the conditions any...
An open cut, puncture, or surgical opening exposes the inner layers of the skin to bacteria and other infection-causing organisms. If these organisms enter the body, they may multiply and cause unusual reactions around the wound bed. Recognizing and catching...
Of the many natural remedies available, the use of honey in wound healing is one that has been around for centuries and can truly help with wound healing. Believe it or not, there are numerous reasons and medical benefits to using honey to heal wounds.
IV or Intra-venous catheters are small tubes placed inside the peripheral or central vein. They help to administer fluids or medication to the body. It can also be used to draw out blood.
Blurb: Having wound care supplies on hand helps treat wounds properly. Are there wound care supplies I need? What wound care supplies are important? READ MORE
Have you already started fretting over the year end conundrum of “Gotta use it or I will lose it”?!? Every year you plan the FSA number based on probabilities of a certain number of sick visits to the doctors for family, broken frames replacements especially...
