Wound Care

Learn tips on wound care treatment and prevention along with helpful information from our wound, ostomy and continence nurse.

October 22, 2021 | Wound Care

Second Degree Burns Initial First Aid Treatment


Many people enjoy cooking especially during the holidays. Unfortunately, some people may experience a burn while cooking. Learn how to treat second-degree burns according to the  American Burn Association’s Burn Prevention Committee.

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September 30, 2021 | Wound Care

Pressure Injuries for Individuals With Paralysis

Individuals with lower limb paralysis or those who spend long periods of time in wheelchairs are at a higher risk of developing pressure injuries or ulcers. Learn more on what causes these injuries and how to help prevent them. 

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August 19, 2021 | Wound Care

Tips for Wound Healing in the Warm Weather


Learn helpful tips to aid in wound healing during the warmer months from wound, ostomy and continence (WOC) nurse with CHC Solutions, Inc., Cheryl Hutton.

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July 30, 2021 | Wound Care

Preventing Diabetic Foot Ulcers


Managing diabetes can help relieve underlying health issues. It can not only promote faster wound healing, but also reduce risk factors that may contribute to a diabetic foot ulcer. For instance, good blood glucose management helps maintain adequate circulation and oxygen flow to the lower extremities.

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June 4, 2021 | Wound Care

Medicare Guidelines for Wound Care Supplies

When ordering wound care supplies, you may need to know Medicare guidelines to see what can be covered by insurance. Cheryl Hutton, a wound, ostomy and continence nurse with CHC Solutions, Inc., informed us of what we need to know.

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May 11, 2021 | Wound Care

First-Degree Burn Treatment and Care

There are three types of burns one can experience: first-degree (superficial burns), second-degree (partial thickness burns) and third-degree (full thickness burns). It is important to treat all burns correctly. This includes a first-degree, minor burn. If not treated properly, an infection can occur. Learn how to treat first-degree burns according to the American Burn Association’s Burn Prevention Committee.

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April 8, 2021 | Wound Care

Spina Bifida and Skin Care Protection

Spina bifida is a condition where the spine and spinal cord do not form properly at birth. It is a type of neural tube defect (NTD). People with spina bifida may have challenges with sensitive skin and pressure areas on the skin. They also may experience latex sensitivity or allergies.

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March 16, 2021 | Wound Care

How to Choose and Use Compression Stockings

For today’s Conversations with Clinicians, Cheryl Hutton, a wound, ostomy and continence nurse (WOC nurse) with CHC Solutions, Inc., answers common questions and dives into what you need to know about compression stockings.

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February 17, 2021 | Wound Care

Best Clothing for EB Patients

debra of America, an organization committed to funding research toward a cure for Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), stresses the importance of clothing worn by those with EB.

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December 8, 2020 | Wound Care

Avoiding Pressure Injuries (Sores)

When areas of the skin do not get the blood and oxygen they need due to prolonged pressure, pressure injuries (sores) form. This lack of oxygen causes cells to die. Being unable to move freely can increase your chances of getting pressure sores. To prevent them, you must take proper care of your skin and regularly shift your body weight to relieve pressure.

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October 21, 2020 | Wound Care

Conversations with Clinicians- Wound Care at Home

For today’s Conversations with Clinicians, Cheryl Hutton, a wound, ostomy and continence nurse (WOC nurse) with CHC Solutions, Inc., answers common questions and dives into what you need to know about wound care at home.

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August 12, 2020 | Wound Care

Changing Dressings

Keeping a clean dressing on a wound should help it heal faster. It is not difficult for an individual to change their dressing once they know how long to wear each dressing, according to Cheryl Hutton, a wound, ostomy and continence nurse (WOC nurse) at CHC Solutions, Inc. 

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August 6, 2020 | Wound Care

Why Isn’t My Wound Healing?

Sometimes bacteria and germs are the reason a wound is slow to heal or seems like it will not heal, according to Cheryl Hutton, a wound, ostomy and continence nurse (WOC nurse) with CHC Solutions, Inc. When a person has an open wound, it’s easy for common bacteria from the skin to get inside. Bacteria getting inside a wound is called contamination. 

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July 28, 2020 | Wound Care

What You Need To Know About Pressure Injuries

People of many ages can develop pressure injuries. Those with special and/or complex healthcare needs, such as individuals with Cerebral Palsy or Multiple Sclerosis, are particularly susceptible to them.  

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July 17, 2020 | Wound Care

Healing Wounds and Nutrition

Having a wound puts extra demands on your body. To heal, a person needs more calories and more nutrients, according to Gina Salvatori, a registered dietitian with CHC Solutions, Inc., and Cheryl Hutton, a wound, ostomy and continence nurse with CHC Solutions, Inc. Wounds heal faster if you get enough of the right foods – and if you don’t, they heal more slowly.  

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May 12, 2020 | Wound Care

Nutrition Tips to Promote Wound Healing

Healthful food choices might be able to help with recovery from various wounds by providing the energy, vitamin, mineral and protein requirements necessary to promote healing, according to the U.S. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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January 3, 2020 | Wound Care

Special Camps for Kids With EB

Developing social skills and fostering independence are two good reasons to send a child to camp. For kids with Epidermolysis Bullosa, it’s a chance to meet and make friends with others who have EB, all while having a good time. debra of America’s resource page — http://www.debra.org/EBcamps — provides parents and caregivers with information about places where children and teens with EB are given the opportunity to experience camp safely.

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