Woundcare's articles Learn about Wound Dressing in the 21st Century Wound care has been around for as long as humanity can remember. The ancient Egyptians used a paste of honey, grease, and lint to clean an open wound of debris and infection while also promoting healing. The ancient Greeks emphasised cleanliness and disinfected wounds using water, vinegar, or wine. Modern wound dressings are a far […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked How Does the Kelo-Cote Scar Gel Work to Heal Scars? Did you know that scar formation is part of the body’s natural healing process? Scars are made of collagen, a protein that is released when the skin breaks due to an injury. But because collagen builds up over time, they result in the raised, lumpy formation you may know as scars. Scars are permanent, but […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Hydrocolloid Dressings Enhance Wound Healing—Four Benefits of Using Moist Wound Healing Wound healing has significantly evolved over the decades. Nowadays, moist wound healing is widely preferred by healthcare providers, breaking the tradition of just “letting the wound breathe.” And along with this evolution, medical supplies manufacturers have developed one of the most innovative solutions: hydrocolloid dressings. The medicinal advantages of moist wound healing through hydrocolloid dressings […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked ActivHeal—Advanced Medical Solutions Every patient at your clinic deserves the highest quality of care. Experienced doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers are just part of the equation; you also need the most advanced medical equipment and supplies in your facility. ActivHeal is a leading manufacturer of wound care products and is your best solution for providing quality care. […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Use of PHMB Dressings in Wound Care Wound infections can delay healing, resulting in increased treatment costs and extended hospital stays, especially after surgery. With more people developing antibiotic resistance, healthcare providers are challenged with preventing bacteria from causing infections. One of their alternatives to using antiseptics is applying polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) dressings. PHMB’s toxicity is low for wound cells, making the […] September 3, 2022September 3, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Role of Kerrapro Pads in Pressure Ulcer Prevention Pressure ulcers in at-risk patients require effective and easy ways to prevent them. Using KerraPro pads is one way to protect the skin from pressure ulcers. These pads come in various shapes and can be cut to size when necessary. They are made of 100 per cent silicone to effectively minimise pressure damage to bony areas and […] September 3, 2022September 3, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Role of Silver Dressings in Wound Care Wounds are highly susceptible to infection. These cuts and punctures can easily be affected by bacteria originating from either the normal flora of the body or the environment. Thus reducing the risk of infection as much as possible is required, and silver dressings have been proven to play a significant role in wound treatment. How […] August 2, 2022August 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Algivon Plus Dressings for Exuding and Infected Wounds Infection is a common side effect of wounds. They can release exudate, a combination of fluid and white blood cells that act as the body’s inflammatory response. It’s vital to mitigate these side effects in an infected wound. Algivon Plus dressings are designed for this specific purpose. Mentioned below is everything you need to know about […] August 2, 2022August 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Protecting Your Skin with the Help of Barrier Creams The changing seasons and skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, rosacea, and acne can damage the skin’s natural barrier. Luckily, products such as Cavilon and Sorbaderm have been developed and are available in the skincare market. These barrier creams keep your skin hydrated and protected. How do they work? Cavilon and Sorbaderm prevent the skin from drying […] July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked What is a Hydrocolloid Dressing A hydrocolloid dressing is a kind of wound dressing that provides a moist environment for the wound. It is generally known for rapidly healing wounds with less pain and fewer dressing changes. Hydrocolloid dressings are composed of gelatine, pectin, and carboxymethylcellulose. The inner layer of the dressing is a hydrocolloid adhesive that absorbs the exudate […] July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Difference between Absorbent Dressing and Foam Dressing Wound dressing has been a popular biomedical process for a long time to ensure proper protection for the largest organ in the human body, the skin. Different materials and wound dressing methods are employed to see which one is the most efficient. Absorbent dressing and foam dressing are two standard methods used for dressing wounds. […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Review about the Alginate-Based Composite Material Dressing The largest organ in the human body, our skin is tasked with protecting us from external germs and other antigens. However, the skin is also a very vulnerable organ, often prone to injuries and damage. Hence, wound healing is one of the most critical processes in time. Among the different wound healing materials used, alginate dressing has […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Role of Superabsorbent Dressings in Wound-Care Speciality absorptive dressings, also known as superabsorbent dressings, are multilayer wound covers that offer either a semi-adherent quality or a non-adherent layer, combined with highly absorptive layers of fivers like cotton, cellulose, or rayon. These dressings; are created to minimize adherence to the wound and manage exudate. Superabsorbent dressings are primary or secondary dressings to […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Know More About Honey Dressings For centuries, honey has been used as a dressing for wounds. However, it is only a scientific explanation of the use of honey in healing in recent times. Honey is considered a biologic wound dressing that comes with multiple bioactivities that work to expedite the healing process. In addition, the physical properties of this ingredient […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Multipurpose Bandages That You Need In Your Life Life is unpredictable. Every step we take is to avoid traumas and injuries. Injuries may occur from mishaps at home or anywhere. This is why experts recommend keeping a few items that constitute a primitive first aid box. In this box, a set of multipurpose bandages should be there. Let us take a quick look […] April 2, 2022April 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Treat Your Wounds Effectively with Mepilex Dressings The advancement in wound dressing instruments and procedures leads to quick healing. One such brilliant method of keeping wounds safe is by using Mepilex dressing. This is an innovative way to protect wounds, and tears with a self-adhering silicone-based foam dressing. Let us take a quick look at its exclusive features. Features of Mepilex dressing […] April 2, 2022April 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Learn about Wound Dressing in the 21st Century Wound care has been around for as long as humanity can remember. The ancient Egyptians used a paste of honey, grease, and lint to clean an open wound of debris and infection while also promoting healing. The ancient Greeks emphasised cleanliness and disinfected wounds using water, vinegar, or wine. Modern wound dressings are a far […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How Does the Kelo-Cote Scar Gel Work to Heal Scars? Did you know that scar formation is part of the body’s natural healing process? Scars are made of collagen, a protein that is released when the skin breaks due to an injury. But because collagen builds up over time, they result in the raised, lumpy formation you may know as scars. Scars are permanent, but […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Hydrocolloid Dressings Enhance Wound Healing—Four Benefits of Using Moist Wound Healing Wound healing has significantly evolved over the decades. Nowadays, moist wound healing is widely preferred by healthcare providers, breaking the tradition of just “letting the wound breathe.” And along with this evolution, medical supplies manufacturers have developed one of the most innovative solutions: hydrocolloid dressings. The medicinal advantages of moist wound healing through hydrocolloid dressings […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
ActivHeal—Advanced Medical Solutions Every patient at your clinic deserves the highest quality of care. Experienced doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers are just part of the equation; you also need the most advanced medical equipment and supplies in your facility. ActivHeal is a leading manufacturer of wound care products and is your best solution for providing quality care. […] November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Use of PHMB Dressings in Wound Care Wound infections can delay healing, resulting in increased treatment costs and extended hospital stays, especially after surgery. With more people developing antibiotic resistance, healthcare providers are challenged with preventing bacteria from causing infections. One of their alternatives to using antiseptics is applying polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) dressings. PHMB’s toxicity is low for wound cells, making the […] September 3, 2022September 3, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Role of Kerrapro Pads in Pressure Ulcer Prevention Pressure ulcers in at-risk patients require effective and easy ways to prevent them. Using KerraPro pads is one way to protect the skin from pressure ulcers. These pads come in various shapes and can be cut to size when necessary. They are made of 100 per cent silicone to effectively minimise pressure damage to bony areas and […] September 3, 2022September 3, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Role of Silver Dressings in Wound Care Wounds are highly susceptible to infection. These cuts and punctures can easily be affected by bacteria originating from either the normal flora of the body or the environment. Thus reducing the risk of infection as much as possible is required, and silver dressings have been proven to play a significant role in wound treatment. How […] August 2, 2022August 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Algivon Plus Dressings for Exuding and Infected Wounds Infection is a common side effect of wounds. They can release exudate, a combination of fluid and white blood cells that act as the body’s inflammatory response. It’s vital to mitigate these side effects in an infected wound. Algivon Plus dressings are designed for this specific purpose. Mentioned below is everything you need to know about […] August 2, 2022August 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Protecting Your Skin with the Help of Barrier Creams The changing seasons and skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, rosacea, and acne can damage the skin’s natural barrier. Luckily, products such as Cavilon and Sorbaderm have been developed and are available in the skincare market. These barrier creams keep your skin hydrated and protected. How do they work? Cavilon and Sorbaderm prevent the skin from drying […] July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
What is a Hydrocolloid Dressing A hydrocolloid dressing is a kind of wound dressing that provides a moist environment for the wound. It is generally known for rapidly healing wounds with less pain and fewer dressing changes. Hydrocolloid dressings are composed of gelatine, pectin, and carboxymethylcellulose. The inner layer of the dressing is a hydrocolloid adhesive that absorbs the exudate […] July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Difference between Absorbent Dressing and Foam Dressing Wound dressing has been a popular biomedical process for a long time to ensure proper protection for the largest organ in the human body, the skin. Different materials and wound dressing methods are employed to see which one is the most efficient. Absorbent dressing and foam dressing are two standard methods used for dressing wounds. […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Review about the Alginate-Based Composite Material Dressing The largest organ in the human body, our skin is tasked with protecting us from external germs and other antigens. However, the skin is also a very vulnerable organ, often prone to injuries and damage. Hence, wound healing is one of the most critical processes in time. Among the different wound healing materials used, alginate dressing has […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Role of Superabsorbent Dressings in Wound-Care Speciality absorptive dressings, also known as superabsorbent dressings, are multilayer wound covers that offer either a semi-adherent quality or a non-adherent layer, combined with highly absorptive layers of fivers like cotton, cellulose, or rayon. These dressings; are created to minimize adherence to the wound and manage exudate. Superabsorbent dressings are primary or secondary dressings to […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Know More About Honey Dressings For centuries, honey has been used as a dressing for wounds. However, it is only a scientific explanation of the use of honey in healing in recent times. Honey is considered a biologic wound dressing that comes with multiple bioactivities that work to expedite the healing process. In addition, the physical properties of this ingredient […] May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Multipurpose Bandages That You Need In Your Life Life is unpredictable. Every step we take is to avoid traumas and injuries. Injuries may occur from mishaps at home or anywhere. This is why experts recommend keeping a few items that constitute a primitive first aid box. In this box, a set of multipurpose bandages should be there. Let us take a quick look […] April 2, 2022April 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Treat Your Wounds Effectively with Mepilex Dressings The advancement in wound dressing instruments and procedures leads to quick healing. One such brilliant method of keeping wounds safe is by using Mepilex dressing. This is an innovative way to protect wounds, and tears with a self-adhering silicone-based foam dressing. Let us take a quick look at its exclusive features. Features of Mepilex dressing […] April 2, 2022April 2, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
