A Deeper Look at Maggot Therapy in Wound Care
July 31, 2023
When most people think of maggots, they may squirm with disgust. But maggot therapy is an effective treatment for hard-to-heal wounds.
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Open Wound Care: Treatment and Complications
July 12, 2023
Doing our best to manage and properly identify and treat open wounds can help to relieve the social, personal, and economic burden of wound treatment and will improve the quality of life for patients.
Traumatic Open Wounds: Let’s Define the Types
June 15, 2023
Traumatic open wounds involve a disruption in the integrity of the skin and underlying tissues caused by mechanical forces.
Diabetic Foot Ulcer Classifications: The Wagner Scale and the UT System
June 6, 2023
Which diabetic wound classification system should you use? We examine the Wagner Scale and the University of Texas system to help you decide.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Use in Wound Healing
May 23, 2023
Different methods exist to enhance healing. Hyperbaric treatment can help even the most complex and pervasive wounds heal more effectively.
Making an Impact: Successful Wound Care Poster Presentations
May 12, 2023
Submit a poster abstract for the upcoming WOW conference and share your research and accomplishments with other wound care professionals.
Cellulitis Wounds: Causes, Care, and Complications
May 2, 2023
An open wound is a perfect route for bacteria to cause a cellulitis infection. Early diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of cellulitis is the key to successful resolution of symptoms.
Avulsion Wound: Descriptions and Treatments
April 25, 2023
Trauma can cause a variety of wounds with different degrees of severity. One wound category that is commonly encountered are avulsion wounds.
How To Get Approval To Attend a Wound Care Conference
April 4, 2023
Healthcare conferences and in-person training events are valuable opportunities for specialists and caregivers in any stage of their careers. After years of virtual formats due to the COVID-19 pandemic, attendees are eager to reengage face-to-face. With many organizations and health systems short on staff and budget, gaining approval to attend conferences can be challenging. Having […]
Diabetic Toenails: Watch for Change
March 21, 2023
We cover the types of diabetic toenails that wound care clinicians need to look for, what black spots and dark toenails mean, and treatment options.