Managing heel ulcers in the community

Br J Community Nurs. 2013 Oct;18(10):482, 484. doi: 10.12968/bjcn.2013.18.10.482.

Abstract

As the size of the older population increases, the incidence of falls and injuries, in addition to chronic wounds, is likely to increase concurrently. This article highlights the risk of both pressure ulceration and diabetic foot ulceration and gives an overview of appropriate treatment and management.

MeSH terms

  • Bandages
  • Diabetic Foot / therapy*
  • Foot Ulcer / therapy*
  • Heel*
  • Humans
  • Pressure Ulcer / therapy*
  • Risk Assessment