Keep Dressings Simple

Keep Dressings Simple

I see lots of wound specialist providers ordering complex, multi-faceted dressing regimens. Maybe it is the best possible treatment for the patient, but maybe not… Consider whether it can be simplified. Why? You would be surprised how often dressing orders are not so...
LYMPHATIC FILARIASIS

LYMPHATIC FILARIASIS

We often treat patients with wounds related to lymphedema in our clinics and educate providers on treatment for this condition. Lymphedema is not uncommon and affects 1 in 1,000 Americans, so full-time providers are bound to encounter this condition in our wound care...
Acetic Acid

Acetic Acid

WARNING: VERY GRAPHIC IMAGES BELOW. PLEASE PROCEED AND SCROLL WITH CAUTION! – Background and History – Acetic acid (AC) is present in vinegar in 3-5% concentrations – AC solution was used over 100 years ago for the treatment of war-wound infections,...
Pseudomonas (Quick Tips)

Pseudomonas (Quick Tips)

The subject of Pseudomonas overgrowth/wound infection comes up often in our patient population. Acetic Acid is an effective treatment for many of these cases and can prevent the need for antibiotics, with their attendant costs and potential complications. Below, find...