Wound Care Blog

Here’s something you might not know about wounds and how they heal: by accurately measuring a wound and plotting its sizing over time you can accurately predict the trajectory of

If you want to treat a wound (or properly deal with a chronic wound), then you need to understand the underlying pathophysiology of the wound and the overall viability of

Lidocaine: What is it? Lidocaine is usually a topical ointment, though it can also be injected by a doctor or wound care specialist. It is used to numb a certain

In the world of wound care, there are a few types of necrotizing infections, which we’ll discuss below. In this article we’ll also discuss necrotizing fasciitis in general and how

In the case of a serious injury or illness, wound healing needs to be amped up with lots of nutritional and metabolic support. Over the years, amino acids have emerged

Did you know you can accelerate wound healing with proper reepithelialization? In this article we’re going to explore how. But first, what is Reepithelialization? Well. It’s super important when it

When it comes to lower extremity care, otherwise known as foot and leg wound care, there are two types of wounds that are considered the most common, venous wounds and

Moisture-Associated Skin Damage, also known by the acronym MASD, is a term that applies to the inflammation or erosion of skin, caused by prolonged exposure to moisture. In this article

The heels are a particularly vulnerable part of the foot, prone to skin breakdown and dryness. Part of that is because the posterior heel is composed of a thin layer