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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 – Originally published by Oswego County Today OSWEGO – Nurses on the Wound Care and Healing Team at St. Luke Health Services continue to add to their certifications and expertise in the treatment of complex and hard to heal wounds that can… Continue reading St. Luke Health Services Wound Care Team Adds To Certifications and Clinical Expertise

Aimee Sharp
Biofilm

Biofilm: Why a Chronic Wound May Be Failing to Heal

While biofilm may not be at the top of healthcare professional's list when they start wondering why a wound may not be healing – it should be.

Aimee Sharp
treating minor scrapes and burns

Injuries: Treating Minor Scrapes and Burns

Learn when to seek medical help for minor scrapes and burns, especially for more vulnerable individuals such as seniors, or those with chronic illnesses.

Sarah McIlvaine
Is It Infected?

Webinar Video: Is It Infected? How Do I Really Know?

All chronic wounds have bacteria residing in them. Determining how much – and how severe – are important factors for healing. Watch this webinar for free!

John Maynard
Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis

Video: Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis – Prevalence and Economic Impact

Incontinence-associated dermatitis, or IAD, is an inflammation of the skin that occurs when the skin comes into contact with urine and/or fecal matter. It can be both painful and embarrassing for patients and is a well-recognized risk factor for the development of pressure injuries, which are not only painful for patients, but also expensive to… Continue reading Video: Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis – Prevalence and Economic Impact

John Maynard
pressure injury

Pressure Injury Staging: Are You Sure It’s a Pressure Injury?

Before beginning treatment of a pressure injury, check this guide to avoid a common error of confusing it with incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD).

Sarah McIlvaine
incontinence-associated dermatitis

Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis: Infographic

Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) is an inflammation of the skin that can be painful for patients and can lead to the development of pressure ulcers

Sarah McIlvaine
wet-to-dry dressing

Goodbye Wet-to-Dry Wound Care Webinar Video and Supplemental Material

Watch this recorded webinar presented by Shield HealthCare and the Wound Care Education Institute. Learn about better options beyond wet-to-dry dressing.

Aimee Sharp
Wound Healing

5 Lifestyle Factors That Affect Wound Healing

There are so many issues to think about when it comes to treating wounds, but lifestyle factors can also influence a wound's healing.

John Maynard
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