Skin tears are a prevalent and challenging form of acute wound among older adults, arising primarily from the intrinsic fragility of ageing skin. As the epidermis and dermis undergo physiological ...

Aging skin decreases in elasticity, decreasing in strength, making it prone to potential tears. Fragile skin of the elderly may be more susceptible to tearing depending on medication, comorbidities, ...

What can we do to prevent skin tears in our nursing facility? Skin tears are most common in the elderly as a result of thinning of skin that occurs with age. Certain conditions, such as chronic ...

Last week, with the help of Hoyt Stone, a physician assistant who is trained as a wound care specialist for skilled nursing facilities, I responded to a reader’s concern about the skin tears her ...

Abstract and Introduction Description of Pressure Sores, Skin Tears, and Dry Skin Assessment of Pressure Ulcers and Skin Tears Conclusion References There are four assessment instruments commonly used ...

An educational skin care program at a post-acute care hospital in Toronto successfully brought physicians and nurses out of their silos and revealed opportunities for consolidating care, providers say ...

These pesky skin tears can be a huge pain. Here’s what to do if you get one, and how to prevent hangnails in the first place. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Caroline ...

While wound dressings and wound closure devices play an important role in postoperative care, serious injuries as a result of the synthetic adhesives found in these products can often cause more harm ...

WYNNEWOOD, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- It's an injury that can sideline a pro athlete, a painter or a even mom. Rotator cuff tears are very common and have been notoriously hard to heal. Now, a local ...

A second degree tear usually requires stitches immediately after delivery to avoid complications. Typically, the pain and discomfort they cause resolve within a few weeks. Share on Pinterest Leah ...