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Pressure Injuries Are Not to be Taken Lightly

It may be common knowledge, but preventing a pressure injury is much easier than the treatment of one.

Aaron Baker

Maximizing Wound Healing: Nutrition for Wound Care Management

Many aspects effect the wound healing process, but one of the most important, and commonly overlooked, aspect is nutrition.

Cassandra Bursma, RD
Bio-inspired wound dressing

Time Heals All Wounds, But This Adhesive Can Help

Unlike gauze-and-tape bandaids, AADs take their inspiration from developing embryos - whose skin is able to heal itself completely, without forming scar tissue.

Brooke Phillips, CWCMS
electrical field

New Research in Wound Care: Fighting Infection with Electrical Fields

New research out of Indiana University says electical fields to be useful for fighting infection. This technology can be used for wound care and beyond.

Shield HealthCare
Alton Memorial Hospital Wound Center honored

Alton Memorial Hospital Wound Care Center Honored for Excellence

AMH physicians, leaders & clinicians gathered recently to celebrate the Center of Excellence Award, given to the AMH Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center.

Brooke Phillips, CWCMS
Better Bandages

Electrifying Wound Care: Better Bandages to Destroy Bacteria

By Laura Arenschield, The Ohio State University featured on Medical XPress Bandages infused with...

Aimee Sharp
úlceras diabéticas

Diabetic Ulcers: Causes and Management

Ulcers are a common complication affecting people living with diabetes. Learn what causes diabetic ulcers and how to manage them.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
Wound Care Team

St. Luke Health Services Wound Care Team Adds To Certifications and Clinical Expertise

St. Luke Health Services Wound Care Team Adds To Certifications and Clinical Expertise –...

Aimee Sharp
Treatment Modalities

Wound Care Part 4: Treatment Modalities (w/ CE credit)

When it comes to chronic wound management, there are many modalities available ranging from simple dressings to specialized equipment.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
wound care part 3

Wound Care Part 3: Types of Wounds (w/ CE credit)

There are two types of wounds- acute and chronic. Acute wounds heal uneventfully in time, whereas chronic wounds fail to heal in time despite intervention.

Stephanie Struyck Elgin
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