We firmly believe that patients who are educated and informed about their condition have a higher chance of healing and prevention. In this section, we provide wound care education that will empower you to be an informed partner with your care team.
Don’t dismiss minor leg pain as a part of growing older. You might be among the approximately 12 million Americans living with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). PAD may lead to a non-healing wound, such as an arterial or venous ulcer or even a diabetic foot ulcer. Identifying PAD symptoms early is crucial for preventing complications…
At Healogics, we are committed to diabetes awareness because we understand how significantly it affects wound healing. For those managing diabetes, specialized wound care is crucial due to the condition’s effect on the heart and blood vessels. Here’s why: Diabetes can disrupt the body’s ability to turn food into energy This leads to increased blood…
When Leslie Maynor was diagnosed with a rare cancer of the inner ear, she became fearful her life would end. After undergoing surgery, chemotherapy and radiation treatment to remove the cancer, Leslie developed severe burns and was left with a hole that was resistant to healing. Radiation conditions like Leslie’s are a common side effect…
What is diabetic neuropathy? Diabetic neuropathy is the result of nerve damage from diabetes. Over half of people with diabetes have neuropathy and diabetes is the number one cause for neuropathy. It is a common complication of diabetes that can lead to serious consequences if left untreated. However, there are other causes such as: Some…
What are compression stockings? Compression stockings are made to help control swelling in the feet, ankles and lower legs. Benefits of compression stockings include helping to squeeze these areas to prevent the buildup of fluid in the tissue. This buildup of fluid can be very painful. Compression socks are a simple and effective way to…
An estimated 8.2 million Americans are living with a chronic or non-healing wound. The longer a chronic wound goes without proper treatment, the greater the risk of infection, hospitalization and amputation.
Chronic wounds affect millions of people worldwide, with arterial and venous ulcers among the most common and challenging types. In the United States alone, it’s estimated that 1-2% of the population will experience a leg ulcer at some point in their lives, with venous ulcers accounting for 70-90% of these cases. Arterial ulcers, while less…
If you are living with a chronic wound, it may be challenging to stay on the path to healing during the holidays. The weeks leading up to ringing in the new year can add additional stress that makes it difficult to keep your doctor’s appointments, maintain a healthy diet, and continue wound care treatments.
In October and all year long, Healogics is proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and all affected by it. Breast cancer treatment-related wounds can occur following radiation therapy, surgery, or other treatments. These wounds range from surgical site complications to delayed radiation effects, impacting patients’ recovery and daily comfort. Proper wound management is essential…
Prostate cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting men. According to the American Cancer Society’s 2024 estimates, about 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. In the United States alone, approximately 288,300 new cases are diagnosed each year. The journey through prostate cancer treatment often involves managing…
