New data on the burden of wounds to the NHS 2017/2018
Professor Julian Guest presents important findings from the recently published BMJ paper, he highlights the key results, including the 71% increase in annual prevalence, increase in wounds in those younger than 65 and only a 2% increase in healing rates, year on year over the five year period.
Lindsay leg clubs® – a unique model for leg ulcer management
Trudie Young provides an overview of the history, philosophy and development of the Lindsay Leg Clubs ®.
COVID-19 – using silver for added protection in face masks
Professor Valerie Edwards-Jones describes her role as a microbiologist in developing a triple-layer silver face mask and why they offer increased protection.
Medicareplus International Product Overview
Alison Parnham aims to help clinicians effectively maintain the integrity in individuals whose skin may be compromised, due to prolonged, or continuous exposure to moisture.
Skin Moisture Alert Reporting Tool (S.M.A.R.T.)
Alison Parnham introduces clinicians to a relatively new, innovative and extremely useful resource that may be used to support healthcare practitioners with the assessment and management of moisture-associated skin damage.
Leg ulcer cleansing – a new approach
Skin cleansing in VLU care can be an overlooked area that requires a new approach and simple solutions. Learn about a novel approach to leg ulcer cleansing using Octenisan wash mitts to maintain healthy skin around the ulcer and to prevent infection. By attending watching this webcast, you will gain insight into: The importance of […]
Safe to Compress: A Practical Pathway for Managing VLUs From Assessment to Healing
The aim of the webcast is to give practical advice on using the ‘Safe to Compress’ pathway. The pathway provides a simple two-step plan, for the patient journey: 1. ASSESS AND CLEAN 2. HEAL 3. PREVENTION Each step includes practical guidance, decision-making based on the individual patient, and suitable product selections.
Why choose Activon® Manuka Honey over silver?
Ginny Deane, a TVN from Staffordshire, describes the overuse of Silver dressings and advises clinicians to consider using Activon® Manuka Honey as a safe and effective alternative. It is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent that is effective against planktonic bacteria and biofilms, while promoting autolytic debridement of slough and necrotic tissue. #TVNTV
Facing the challenge of COVID-19: A real life pathway approach for treating diabetes foot ulcers – sponsored by Urgo Medical
Graham Bowen and Michelle Goodeve describe the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on diabetic foot ulcer care in the UK. Adapting is required in the ‘new normal’ to ensure that patients continue to receive evidence-based care. Graham introduces a pathway that can help guide DFU management during these times. This session was first […]
Patient-centred Compression
When applying compression, the first step is to understand the materials in compression garments and their impact on venous insufficiency. The step step, and the cornerstone of patient-centred compression is to fully understand the patient’s lifestyle, wound and other health factors. In this session the key considerations in both steps are discussed. This session was […]
