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Management of Skin Ulcers and Pressure Sores

Skin breakdown and sores affect many patients with diabetes, vascular disorders, and paresis. Learn the various types of skin wounds and how to prevent and treat them.
Diabetic Foot Care
Foot care is especially important in people with diabetes. Learn how to take care of your feet.
Stages of Pressure Ulcers
Pressure ulcers are categorized into four stages depending on their depth of involvement. Learn what tissue each stage involves.
Pressure Relief Exercises
People who are wheelchair bound need to perform pressure relief exercises throughout the day to prevent skin breakdown. Learn how to perform pressure relief exercises by reading these instructions. Video instructions are also available to enhance learning.
Diabetic Foot Care
People with diabetes need to pay particular attention to their feet to prevent injuries and ulcer development. Learn the components of a good foot exam and ways to prevent development of ulcers.
Foot Care Tutorial
Sit back, listen, and learn about foot care in diabetes. This online tutorial makes learning easy.
Foot and Leg Ulcers
Review the causes and treament of arterial and venous ulcers.
Physical Therapy Modalities in Wound Care
Physical therapists use several treatment modalities to assist in wound management. Learn the different techniques used to promote wound healing.

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