WES SILER: If there's any skill that I think I have the most experience with, it is first aid. And that's because I'm incredibly accident prone. Big injuries, small injuries, you name it, I've done it ...

This article, the second in a two-part series on asepsis, provides a step-by-step guide to using an aseptic technique to change a simple wound dressing, applying the principles of asepsis discussed in ...

Peter L. Salgo, MD: Wounds, they can be acute, they can be chronic. For chronic wounds, especially, it’s important to understand the cause of the wound, as the etiologies should be considered when ...

A lot of things change as you age — from mobility and balance to the strength and elasticity of your skin. As skin becomes more fragile, it tears more easily and often takes longer to heal. For older ...

What Is an Avulsion Wound? An avulsion wound refers to a wound in which a part of the body has been torn off or removed through either surgery or trauma. There are many types of avulsion wounds, ...

At University of Utah Health, our team of highly trained physical therapists has years of experience and specialized training in lymphedema therapy and wound care. Our friendly and compassionate ...

Chronic wounds are an immense burden for patients. If left untreated, chronic wounds can be life-threatening, making ...

NEW MARTINSVILLE, W.Va. — WVU Medicine Wetzel County Hospital has opened a wound care clinic to expand access to specialized ...

Does Social Support Moderate Wound Pain and Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Wounds? A Multicenter Descriptive Cross-sectional Study. Clinical and Microbiological Outcomes ...