Wound care |

How to lower risk of infection

A nurse applying a dressing to a patient's leg.

What to Expect

Changing your dressing is an essential part of caring for a venous leg ulcer. In most cases, your doctor or nurse will handle this either in a clinic or at home. Knowing what to expect can help you feel more comfortable and prepared for each step of the process.

  • A hand cleaning a leg ulcer. Illustration.

    Cleaning and debridement
    After removing the old dressing, your nurse will clean the wound and perform debridement to remove any dead tissue. This step helps the wound heal faster and reduces the risk of infection.

  • A hand applying moisturizer to a leg ulcer. Illustration.

    Moisturising the surrounding skin
    The skin around the wound will be moisturised to keep it hydrated.

 

  • A pair of hand applying a dressing to a leg ulcer. Illustration.

    Applying a new dressing
    A fresh dressing will be applied to the wound to protect it and help maintain moisture, which is crucial for healing.

  • A leg with a compression bandage. Illustration.

    Applying compression
    Lastly, if needed, a compression bandage or stocking will be wrapped around the leg to help reduce swelling and improve blood flow.

 

Changing the dressing at home:

If you need to change the dressing at home, please follow the steps carefully to keep the area clean and protected. Watch the video on how to safely change the dressing.

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