Post-surgical and chronic wound care can be an overwhelming process for patients and their loved ones. When wound care takes place at home, it must be done right, or there are significant risks of complications and rehospitalization. It takes some knowledge to properly manage a...
Here’s why wound complications happen and how SMARTKITS are helping post-surgical patients avoid heading back to the hospital for unnecessary stays. ...
If you or a loved one require a surgical procedure, you may be wondering about at-home wound care once you leave the hospital. Make no mistake, taking care of your wound in a home setting can be stressful. But it’s a vital part of your...
If you or a loved one require a surgical procedure, you may be wondering about at-home wound care once you leave the hospital. Make no mistake, taking care of your wound in a home setting can be stressful. But it’s a vital part of your...
Treating any wound timely and appropriately is vital. If you fail to do so, you may experience dire consequences like pain, infection, reduced function, and increased scarring. In the most extreme cases, you may need to be re-hospitalized or require additional medical treatment. Another possibility...
Treating any wound timely and appropriately is vital. If you fail to do so, you may experience dire consequences like pain, infection, reduced function, and increased scarring. In the most extreme cases, you may need to be re-hospitalized or require additional medical treatment. Another possibility...
Many patients with post-surgical or chronic wounds may not be in a healthcare facility that provides wound care assistance. When wound care happens at home, it's vital that it is done properly to prevent issues like infection and other complications. If you or a loved...
Many patients with post-surgical or chronic wounds may not be in a healthcare facility that provides wound care assistance. When wound care happens at home, it's vital that it is done properly to prevent issues like infection and other complications. If you or a loved...
Having surgery can be stressful and intimidating. Getting through the procedure is the first hurdle, but at some point, you’ll be sent home with instructions for wound care. The products you use and how you handle your post-surgical wound can make a significant difference in...
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. Because of this, it is a major component of the biological materials that support cells and all phases of wound healing. For wounds to heal properly, they need a moist environment to support the growth of...