Wound care support

Question 1

what does Estim do for wounds?

Answer 1

• jumpstarts synthesis of granulated tissue
• facilitates epithelial migration at edges

Question 2

how do you support venous wounds?

Answer 2

1. compression
2. elevate
3. exercise to activate venous pump
4. avoid prolong sitting/standing
5. avoid crossing legs
6. skin lubrication

Question 3

talk about “teds for bed”

Answer 3

-thrombo-embolyric deterring device used only when bedbound
-DVT prevention, NOT edema
- provides 10 mmHg at popliteral vein

Question 4

what should you avoid with venous wounds?

Answer 4

whirlpool….
increases edema and infection

Question 5

what is PT role in arterial wounds

Answer 5

• gait training
• proper footwear
• education about dry gangrene

Question 6

what is PT role in neuropathic wounds

Answer 6

-gait training
-equipment
-prevention
-eduication

prevention is huge. keeping toes dry and looking at feet daily