Dr. Vigna emphasizes the role of wound care nurses in preventing and managing Stage III/IV pressure ulcers to avoid complications like osteomyelitis and death. Wound care nurses are patient advocates.

The global decubitus ulcer treatment products industry is set for steady growth, with demand expected to reach USD 4,989.4 million in 2023 and expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%.

According to Dr. Fernando Peña, orthopedic surgeon and co-founder of Julieta Barcelona, the key to a truly comfortable heel lies in proper construction and support. “The shoe should feel ...

(JAN FIGUEROA) “EIGHT ONE-HUNDREDTHS of a second!” An enthusiastic conversation with UNC coach Chris Miltenberg about the jaw-dropping, record-smashing 1–2 finish by Tar Heels Ethan Strand (7:30.15) ...

CLARE Jones was an "amazing daughter", described as always smiling and ready to help others. But four years after finding a small ulcer between her tongue and gum, Clare sadly passed away from ...

The risks of untreated ulcerative colitis (UC) are many, affecting not only the gastrointestinal tract but also the eyes, joints, liver, kidneys, heart, and bones. As arguably the more severe form of ...

“I went from thinking everything was going to be fine to more than likely I'll be dead in the next five years," says Joshua Ray Walker of his up-and-down cancer battle in 2024. He's photographed ...

In Australia, a flesh-eating bacteria that is believed to have been transmitted from possums and mosquitoes is spreading fast across the state of Victoria with health experts warning that ...

Typically, Achilles tendonitis causes inflammation and pain along the back of the calf and heel. It can cause severe pain and stiffness and limit daily activities like walking and performing basic ...

Zara Tindall's shoe collection? This is why we are pretty certain that the selection of festive, sparkling high heels she shared on Thursday belong to Zara, due to the fact the daughter of ...

Health officials have warned "everyone is at risk" after a sickening flesh-eating ulcer disease started to spread in a UK holiday hotspot. Two cases of Buruli ulcer have been confirmed in Batemans ...

Dr. Greg Vigna Critical illness polyneuropathy from sepsis can cause lifelong impairments. Flap surgery for Stage IV decubitus ulcers prevents death and promotes recovery. There are lifetime impairmen ...