Compression Bandages
Treatments for Venous Ulcers
Kevin Cleary
Jan 06, 2014
Venous ulcer is a skin ulcer caused by improper blood circulation in the legs. Venous ulcers are located on the sides of the leg, usually above the ankle and below the calf. These shallow wounds are caused by leg veins not returning blood to the heart properly.
Scar Relief
Types of Scars and Treatments
Kevin Cleary
Jan 06, 2014
Our skin is the largest organ in our body. It performs many functions, but the most important one is keeping organisms from entering our body. Just about every person has injured their skin at one time or another. Depending on these injuries, a scar can be left behind.
Patient Lift Slings
Sling Buyer's Guide
Kevin Cleary
Jan 02, 2014
A safe patient transfer requires two things, a patient lift and a sling. There are many variations of slings, all dependent upon a patient’s needs. These slings cradle and lift a person during a transfer between a bed, wheelchair, or commode/shower chair.