Gerit Mulder, DPM, MS, FRCST, FAPWCA, FACCWS∗ and Daniel K. Lee, DPM, FACFAS Abstract “Diabetes and its consequences, particularly diabetic foot ulcerations and amputations, are increasing exponentially…
Richard Simman,a,b,∗ John Haluschak,c and Sarah Jacksond Abstract “This article describes a complicated lower extremity wound due to hypercoagulable state caused by immune thrombocytopenic purpura. A team approach…
Jayesh Shaha,∗ Abstract “Hyperbaric oxygen is a treatment in which a patient breathes 100% oxygen intermittently while inside a treatment chamber at a pressure higher…
Wade Farrowa,∗ Abstract “This article focuses on the pathophysiology of phlebolymphedema, as well as proper diagnosis and treatment. It is hoped that this article will…
Cynthia A. Fleck, RN, BSN, MBA, ET/WOCN, CWS, DNC, CFCN, FACCWS,a Laurie M. Rappl, PT, CWS,bRichard Simman, MD, CWS, FACS, FACCWS,c,d,∗ Virginia Titterington, RN, BSN, CWOCN,e Jill Conwill,…
Douglas Gruen, BS Pharmacy∗ Abstract “As the largest organ of the body, the human skin protects all subcutaneous tissues. Despite its many attributes, the skin…
Ian H. Bellayr,a,b Thomas J. Walters,c and Yong Lia,b,d,∗ Abstract “Scarring results from injuries and disease in mammalian adults and can cause pain and loss of function in…
Richard Simman,a,b,∗ Brent Kirkland,c,d and Sarah Jacksond Abstract “In the field of wound care, the management of nonhealing wounds requires particular attention. Biopsy is often performed in such…
Luther Klotha,∗ Abstract “Physical therapists are important members of the comprehensive wound management team. In addition to being able to provide standard wound care, they…
Colin Bradford,a,∗ Richard Freeman,a and Steven L. Percivala Abstract “Silver-containing dressings are considered fundamental to the management of infected acute and chronic wounds, specifically burns. The aim of…
