Treatments
Wound care management is an ongoing treatment of a wound, by providing an appropriate environment for healing, by both direct and indirect methods, together with the prevention of skin breakdown. As injury specialists, Ortho Spine Life understands the importance of wound care management.
Accident injuries often yield unsightly skin lacerations, wounds, or post-operative care needs that without proper staging and management may lead to unsightly healing or worsening of scar formation.
What are the 5 principles of wound care?
• Wound assessment
• Wound cleansing
• Timely dressing change
• Selection of appropriate dressings
• Antibiotic use
What are best practices for healing?
• Fruits and vegetables daily
• Supplement vitamin A, copper, vitamin C, and zinc
• Keep wounds dressed
• Wounds heal faster if kept warm