There are approximately 1.8 million people living with amputations in the U.S. An amputation may be necessary for a number of different reasons and learning to adapt to an amputation, particularly if a prothesis is required, can be a lengthy and emotional process that involves time, patience, and perseverance. An amputation is surgery to remove…
Wound Care Center
Why Go to a Wound Care Center?
Most wounds involve damage to your skin, and these superficial injuries can occur on the outer layer of your skin and may even go deeper. The longer and/or deeper the cut, the more likely the need for stitches to heal the wound properly and to avoid infection. Some wounds, however, involve internal injury and may…