DermaRite® has introduce its ComfortFoam™ Border Lite dressings.
Study: Special stockings don’t help stroke patients
May 28, 2009
It is common for doctors to provide special stockings to stroke patients to prevent blood cuts. But a new study finds that they not only fail to reduce the chances of a clot, but they cause problems such...
New tracheostomy tube holder
Sep 29, 2008
Dale Medical Products recently unveiled a tracheostomy tube holder that features an adjustable neckband with a moisture repellent lining to prevent skin excoriation on the neck.
Rising foot temperature can precede wound development
By
John O'Connor
Nov 01, 2013
Does increased skin temperature indicate a foot ulcer may occur? The answer appears to be yes, a new study has found.
Ask the Treatment Expert about … epibole
By
Rosalyn Jordan, RN, BSN, MSc, CWOCN, WCC
Nov 05, 2016
I’ve heard the term epibole used for wound healing but don’t understand exactly what it is, how to recognize it or what the proper treatment is. Can you explain?
Ask the treatment expert: What is tissue tolerance?
By
Donna Sardina
Oct 01, 2009
Donna Sardina, RN, MHA, WCC President, Wound Care Education Institute
Altrazeal transforms from powder to skin-like dressing
Jul 07, 2009
Altrazeal is a new dressing that transforms from a powder to a flexible, skin-like dressing that fills and seals wounds. An article about the product recently appeared in the International Wound Journal.
Feds trim pay bump from prior estimate
By
John O'Connor
Sep 04, 2015
The federal government announced it would reduce a proposed Medicare rate hike for next year. Skilled care operators will now see a $430 million increase rather than the $500 million that had been recommended.
Gentell acquires H&H Products
Oct 28, 2014
Gentell has bought H&H Products, a division of Tri-State Surgical Supplies, the company announced. H&H manufactures products under the H+H, Sterex Medical, and Gentle Plus brand names.
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