The essential role of debridement in wound healing
Debridement is a technique used to remove dead or infected tissue from a wound to promote healthy tissue growth and healing. We look at the importance of this process.
Wounds
The evolution of wound care: from ancient practices to modern solutions
As one of humanity’s earliest medical practices, wound care continues to evolve with advancements in technology and understanding of human health. In this article, we look at a brief history of wound care dressings, and modern advancements in treatment.
A comprehensive guide to understanding scarring
Scars, including hypertrophic scars and keloids, can be the unwelcome result of wounds & skin injury. In this guide we look at what causes them, how to treat them and how to improve their appearance.
Understanding biofilm in wound care: a comprehensive guide
In this article, we look at what biofilms do in a wound and why they are of concern. We cover the best ways to remove them and how to minimise their occurrence.
The do’s and don’ts of wound care: fact vs. fiction
Here is a helpful article on the do’s and don’ts of wound care, including debunking myths and discussing potential harms of certain home remedies.
A focus on wound dressings
Wound dressings are designed to create an optimal environment for wound healing, but with so many options on the market how do you choose? We have a look at the various options and their benefits.
Moist wound healing vs dry wound healing – what’s the difference?
One of the most important factors in wound healing is the environment of the wound. A moist environment is ideal for wound healing, while a dry environment can slow down the healing process and increase the risk of infection.
A guide to the stages of wound healing, and the impact of nutrition & inflammation
We talk a great deal about non-healing wounds and chronic wounds, but we thought it might be time we looked a little more closely at the stages of wound healing itself, and how this process happens.
Wound infections: drug resistance on the rise
Antibiotic resistance is a growing problem. Bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to the drugs we use to kill them. We look at how this affects wound care and what you can do to minimise your risk.