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Boost Faster Healing with Waterproof Dressing

Waterproof dressings are transparent film dressings comprised of Polyurethane (PU) film coated with adhesive. They offer a transparent, waterproof film layer that serves as a bacterial barrier.

Although the dressings do repel water they are still porous and thus breathable. This aids in providing an environment that is moist, leading to faster healing. They are ideal for the protection of wounds as they seal out water, dirt and germs; therefore decreasing the chances of infection.

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Single Vs Multiple Layer Bandages – The Mystery Unravelled!

Have you always wondered, what is the difference in a single layer or multiple layer bandage? 

What are Single Layer Bandages?
Single layer bandages, as the name suggests, are made up of one layer. They are normally used for treating superficial wounds. Cuts and burns can be treated properly with the help of single layer bandages.

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Nanocrystalline Silver Dressings
Nanocrystalline Silver Dressings

Silver has been used as an antimicrobial since the 1800s. But since the discovery of systemic antibiotics in the early 20th century, the use of silver had declined. In the last two decades, interest in silver for wound treatment has resurged. However, there are very few quantitative data available on the systemic absorption of silver and the associated clinical risk.

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Correct method of applying a bandage

Bandages are used for a lot of medical conditions, everything from sprains to venous veins. Learning the correct method of applying a bandage is very important, as incorrect bandaging will have a direct link to how long and how well the condition takes to heal.

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Bandages Short Stretch vs Long Stretch

We all are aware that wound healing is more complicated than just wound assessment and treatment. To select the most appropriate bandaging system, one must understand the concepts of extensibility, recoil, and working and resting pressures.

Till date, little research has been done to investigate the best combinations of bandages or different bandage application techniques. We totally rely on clinical experience and tradition.

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