When a wound isn’t healing well on its own or responding to the body’s natural immune system, your doctor may recommend wound debridement to help restart the process.
It is imperative to educate yourself about the nature of non-healing wounds, who is most at risk, and the proper way to treat them.
Each phase of the wound healing process is affected among the elderly, resulting in a more delayed recovery time. Let’s break down why older adults are more prone to injuries and why age can play a role in how effectively wounds heal.
If you are a smoker you are probably aware that it can have a devastating effect on your heart and lungs as well as your skin. But many don’t realize that tobacco can also prevent or slow down wound healing.
Let’s take a look at how diabetes impacts wound healing, how the disease makes the recovery process more difficult, and what you can do to help if you or a loved one is diabetic and has suffered a serious wound.
Let’s delve deep into what a wound care specialist is, what sets them apart from other healthcare providers and how can you tell when it’s time to seek specialized help for your wound.
