Biofilm is thought to be present in all chronic wounds. Understanding what biofilm is and how to manage it is…

Chronic oedema, swelling that has been present for 3 months or longer, has multiple causes and can have a negative…

Debridement is a key component of wound bed preparation for acute and chronic wounds because it helps to improve conditions…

It is estimated that one in four people with diabetes will have a diabetic foot ulcer during their lives, as…

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease occurring in often otherwise healthy adolescents and adults.

Pain associated with chronic wounds can affect quality of life and have a major impact on physical, emotional and cognitive…

KytoCel^® harnesses the natural properties of chitosan to uniquely manage moderately to heavily exuding wounds

A venous leg ulcer is an open lesion below the knee that occurs in the presence of venous…

Moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) is an umbrella term for four types of MASD, namely; incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD), intertriginous dermatitis (ID),…

The use of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy has the potential to heal complex wounds, manage wound symptoms and improve patient…

Oxygen and an adequate blood supply are critical for effective wound healing. For the healing of damaged tissue, there is…

Living with a wound is not just about having an injury which requires treatment, it can also cause life-changing events.…

Education for pressure ulcer assessment and prevention is essential to ensure that patients receive safe, effective, harm-free care. Aligning an…

Skin tears are acute/traumatic wounds which commonly occur in those with fragile skin. While not always avoidable, they are considered…

Sorbsan^® is a sterile, non-woven, natural calcium alginate wound dressing derived from seaweed. It is high in mannuronic acid and…

Vascular assessment, commonly using ABPI, is critical to determine if peripheral arterial disease is present before treatment with compression therapy.…

Wound bed preparation guides the preparation the bed of wounds healing by secondary intention, for healing or further treatment. TIMES…

Exudate is produced as a normal part of wound healing. However, in excess volume or with chronicity, it can become…

Wound infection can pose a significant challenge to healthcare professionals, as it can delay healing and increase pain, exudate volume…