Wound Care

Wound care trends for 2026: The future of wound care

In 2026, the global wound care market is projected to reach $24B, driven by AI, innovation, prevention strategies and evolving global care standards.

HHS study shows promise for extra-early detection of pressure injuries

HN Summary • Promising new tool: MHamilton Health Sciences (HHS) is testing the Canadian-made handheld imaging device MIMOSA Pro, which can detect early, under-the-skin signs of pressure injuries before they become visible, potentially improving patient outcomes. • Study findings so far: In over 3,500 patient assessments,...
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From trauma to triumph at St. John’s Rehab

After waking up from an induced coma, Johnathan Laporte was met with a life-altering...

Revving up older patients’ metabolism could be the key to healing from severe burns

Older patients suffering a severe burn are at a much higher risk of dying...

Improving wound microcirculation

Chronic wounds on the lower leg and foot have multiple etiologies that include vascular...

The Canadian Consensus Statement on the management of venous leg ulcers

This Consensus Statement was developed with the objective of creating a concise document that...

Indigenous ECHO Canada skin and wound care

To support Truth and Reconciliation and the wound, ostomy and continence health of Indigenous...

From roots to research in advancing burn care and treatment

Fadi Khalaf was a toddler living in Iraq with his family when U.S. forces...

Improved continuity of care protective for persons with lower-extremity amputation

After a lower-extremity amputation (LEA), an improved continuity of clinical care – particularly integration...

Solventum Launches All-In-One, Extended-Wear Wound Dressing for V.A.C.® Therapy

New V.A.C.® Peel and Place Dressing Makes Negative Pressure Wound Therapy More Accessible, Less...

Healing faster: Unveiling the future of tissue and organ repair

Combining biomedical finesse and nature-inspired engineering, a University of Ottawa-led team of scientists have...

Pressure injury education – offering potentially life-saving approach to skin health

When Jay De Alwis was admitted to Toronto Rehab, Lyndhurst Centre following spinal hematoma...

ENHANCED BLOOD FLOW: The Benefits?

Improved blood flow has many therapeutic and prophylactic benefits: Promoting wound healing Treatment of...

Equitable healthcare for Indigenous Peoples

The development of a website to provide a culturally safe method to communicate wound,...

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