Introduction
Surgical wounds are present following a surgery or procedure where a surgeon has made an incision to access the inside of the body or the removal of a toe, foot, leg, fingers, and arms. Oftentimes, doctors will provide instructions on how to best heal the wound and prevent infections. Following more severe surgical procedures, patients may need to seek help from a wound care specialist here at Wholistic Wound Care & Wellness.
At home tips for treating surgical wounds
- Always wash hands before and after touching wound
- Inspect incision for signs of infection that may show discoloration like warm, bright red skin or black tissue formation
- Be alert for bleeding, if bleeding persists contact physician
- Avoid clothing that may rub incision
- Avoid activities that can interfere with healing