Wounds: Stages of Healing

Wound healing is a natural physiological reaction to tissue injury. It is a complex, dynamic process supported by a myriad of cellular events that must be tightly coordinated to efficiently repair damaged tissue. Derangement in wound-linked cellular behaviors, as occurs with diabetes and aging, can lead to healing impairment and the formation of chronic, non-healing wounds. The effective management of wounds is complex, and to maximize outcomes for patients, it is recommended that those involved in their care and treatment have the appropriate knowledge and skills to adequately treat wounds.