When your body heals a wound, it sometimes produces too much collagen, creating a raised, firm scar that stays within the original injury borders. These hypertrophic scars differ from keloids, which grow beyond wound edges and rarely shrink on their own. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, a burn, or an injury, these prominent scars can…
When caring for wounds, the approach you choose can make the difference between optimal healing and prolonged recovery. At Healogics, we understand that moist wound healing represents a fundamental shift from traditional wound care methods, offering patients faster recovery times and significantly reduced scarring. Our mission is FIND. TREAT. HEAL.™, and we believe that understanding…
Accurate wound measurement is the cornerstone of effective wound care management. At Healogics, we know that precise assessment has a direct impact on treatment decisions, healing outcomes, and patient quality of life. When it comes to complex wound presentations, particularly undermining wounds, measurement becomes even more critical. We recognize the challenges both patients and caregivers…
At Healogics, we understand better than anyone that your body has an amazing ability to repair itself, although the process is complex and can be fragile. We have found that it’s helpful to understand how this process works if you or someone you love has a wound. The stages of wound healing are a fascinating…
When caring for patients with complex wounds, we understand that accurate identification and assessment of pressure injuries is fundamental to successful treatment outcomes. An unstageable pressure ulcer represents one of the most challenging wound types to evaluate and manage, requiring specialized expertise and comprehensive care protocols. At Healogics, our FIND. TREAT. HEAL.™ mission drives us…
Wondering how to heal wounds faster? There are several steps you can take. Research proves that wounds heal faster when patients stay involved in their care and follow their doctor’s advice. The most important way to help your wound heal is by keeping every scheduled appointment. However, you also need to follow good wound care…
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…
Chronic wounds are defined as those resistant to healing within an expected amount of time or show very little improvement after several weeks. Chronic wound infections take place when complications in healing injuries or tears to the skin’s surface occur. The presence of germs and bacteria causes an open wound to become infected, requiring innovative…
