Study: normally helpful cells can sabotage wound healing
By
John O'Connor
Aug 01, 2013
Recovery can be delayed when the body produces too many mast cells, which are normally helpful. At least, that’s according to an article published in the July issue of the Journal of Leukocyte Biology....
Plasma protein injections help chronic wounds heal
By
John O'Connor
Jul 01, 2013
Chronic diabetic wounds can completely heal if they are injected with a plasma protein called plasminogen, according to new research from Umea University in Sweden.
Ask the treatment expert … about negative pressure wound therapy
By
Rosalyn Jordan, RN, BSN, MSc, CWOCN, WCC
Jul 01, 2013
Q: What are your thoughts on accelerating wound healing in chronic wounds with adjunctive therapies?
A: With chronic wounds, the healing process is slowed or in some cases, completely stalled. Therefore,...
Nanoparticles in daily items pose danger
By
John O'Connor
Jun 01, 2013
Pure gold nanoparticles found in everyday items such as personal care products can slow wound healing and accelerate skin aging, according to new research results.
American Geriatrics Society reverses recommendation on elderly diabetics’ aspirin use
By
McKnight's Staff
Apr 12, 2013
Elderly people with type 2 diabetes should not take aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease, according to draft guidelines from the American Geriatrics Society. The organization reversed its previous...
Oxygen exposure does not promote healing for diabetic foot ulcers, researchers discover
By
McKnight's Staff
Feb 27, 2013
Researchers found oxygen treatment for diabetic patients may actually hurt the wound healing process, a finding at odds with long-standing beliefs about the benefits of the treatment.