wound care
How Do I Apply wound dressing Bandages The Right Way?
Medical wound care bandages are used for various medical conditions, including sprains and veins. Correct bandaging will greatly influence how well the condition heals and how long it takes.
See below to learn how to apply compression bandages for better and faster healing. Bandages come in many forms, and we thought we should teach you how to apply them.
An Overview of Wound Dressings using Gauze
Despite innovation in wound dressing technology, gauze wound dressings are still widely used in several countries due to their cost-effectiveness. Wound care specialists and podiatrists unlike utilize gauze wound dressings for mechanical debridement and primary wound dressings.
Historical Significance
In the past, gauze was the primary wound dressing material used to treat all types of wounds, with its history dating back to ancient Egypt. Woven and nonwoven gauze dressings have different characteristics that need to be understood by healthcare professionals.