Proper wound care can help the body heal with ease. Additionally, caring for a wound correctly can reduce the risk of infection. Here are some basic wound care tips.
Wound Care
Types of Wound Care Dressings and the Promotion of Healing
If you’ve ever had the unfortunate luck of being in the hospital after being hurt, then you might remember the medical staff wrapping your wounds after disinfecting the injured area. Wound care dressings promote healing and are one of the first steps towards recovery. Like so many objects that get used on a daily basis, there’s much more to this medical essential than you might know. There are a wide variety of adhesives that are used for dressing wounds, and we’re going to look at a few.
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4 Medical Adhesive Tape Uses
Did you know that there are approximately 3 million non-fatal injuries each year in America? In many instances, those injured require some form of medical tape for their wounds. Additionally, taping body parts is also done to prevent injuries. Yet, what are the actual uses of medical adhesive tape?
6 Tips for Swimming With An Ostomy
Swimming is a terrific activity for people who are recuperating from ostomy surgery as it exercises the entire body and you can move around at your own rate. Sarasota Medical Products offers six ways below to kick your fears to the curb and swim like you own the place.
The Benefits of Hydrocolloid Dressings
Hydrocolloid dressings are a great way to provide a safe healing environment for a wide variety of wounds. They are more convenient than traditional gauze dressings and are extremely easy to apply.
Types of Wounds & Stages of Wound Healing
Wounds are one thing that we all don’t like to think about, but it’s a part of life just as much as breathing. Wounds happen because they’re accidents, and right from the time we’re little, we learn that wounds are okay–especially if you take care of them properly. One thing we’re not taught as children though is how not all wounds are created alike. That’s means that there are a few different types out there and each one requires its own level of specialized care. We’ll tell you all about it!
Medical Adhesive Tape 101
Chances are, you have a roll of medical adhesive tape in your medicine cabinet, or you’ve seen some come into play at a sporting event. Sometimes referred to as surgical tape, this staple of the medical supply world has many different types and uses. If you’ve ever been curious about either, then it’s time for a crash course and put the ‘eas’ in adhesive.
How to Clean a Wound
Have you been wondering if you are cleaning your wounds the proper way? Sarasota Medical Products offers tips to make sure you are taking care of your wound right away. Read on to learn more.
Basic First Aid
Basic first aid is important before hospital care is received. First aid helps to stop bleeding and to prevent infection, and as a result, promote healing. Sarasota Medical Products provides basic tips on handling open and closed wounds at home below.
Wound Care for Non-Healing Wounds
Chronic wounds that don’t heal require a unique type of treatment. Unlike wounds that do heal, non-healing wounds need their own specific protocol and care routine. Keep reading to learn about wound care for non-healing wounds.