Overview
About Dressing and Wound Care
Proper wound care is a critical component of orthopedic recovery. Whether it is a post-surgical incision, a traumatic laceration, or an open wound following injury, professional cleaning, dressing, and monitoring significantly reduces the risk of infection and promotes faster healing. Our team uses evidence-based wound care protocols and appropriate dressing materials tailored to each wound type and stage of healing.
Key Benefits
Prevents wound infection with sterile technique and appropriate dressings
Promotes faster and cleaner wound healing
Regular monitoring allows early detection of complications
Appropriate dressing selection for each stage of wound healing
Minimises scarring with correct wound care throughout recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should a wound dressing be changed?
Frequency depends on wound type and stage of healing. Post-surgical wounds are typically dressed every 2–3 days. Infected or heavily exuding wounds may need daily changes. Your doctor will advise the schedule.
What are signs of wound infection?
Signs include increasing redness, warmth, and swelling around the wound, discharge (especially yellow or green pus), foul odour, fever, and increasing pain after the first 2–3 days. Report these promptly.
Can I clean my wound at home between dressings?
Minor wounds can be gently cleaned with clean water or saline at home. Avoid antiseptics like Dettol or hydrogen peroxide directly on healing tissue as they can damage new cells. Follow your doctor's specific instructions.
How long does wound healing take?
Simple surgical wounds typically close in 10–14 days. Full skin strength returns over 6–8 weeks. Deep or complex wounds, or those with infection, take longer and require closer monitoring.
What type of dressing is used for my wound?
Different dressings suit different wounds — dry dressings for clean wounds, hydrocolloid or foam dressings for moist wound healing, and antimicrobial dressings for infected wounds. The appropriate type is selected at each visit.