A Patient’s Guide to Compression Stockings for Swelling and Poor Circulation Compression stockings are specialized garments designed to apply gentle pressure to your legs and ankles. This pressure helps improve blood flow, reduce swelling (edema), and prevent the painful buildup of fluid in the tissues. They are a simple, non-invasive, and effective tool for managing…
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…
In our recent study, we analyzed chronic wounds from 480 clinics to evaluate the association between wound healing performance, continuity and quality of care, as well as sociodemographic factors over the course of 12 weeks. The goal was to evaluate the connection between wound healing performance and those requiring wound care treatment across these clinics….
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a treatment that increases the amount of oxygen blood cells can carry. It has been used for more than 70 years to improve healing in tissues deprived of oxygen. Studies show it significantly improves healing for some types of chronic wounds.
Multi-layered compression wraps are a primary treatment for managing swelling, also known as edema, in the legs. These wraps are composed of multiple layers of different materials that work together to provide sustained, graduated compression. Your doctor or a specialized wound care provider will determine the most appropriate type of wrap for your specific condition. While compression wraps typically remain in…
Your physician has suggested you have a test to assess the small blood vessels in your feet and legs. There are two different tests that can do this; Skin Perfusion Pressure Test (SPP) and Transcutaneous Oximetry Test (TcPO2).
At Healogics, we know that managing a wound properly is essential for healing and preventing complications. More than 6 million Americans live with chronic wounds, significantly impacting daily activities, mobility, and overall well-being. Whether you’re caring for a diabetic foot ulcer, pressure injury, or another type of wound, following the right care procedures is vital…
