Different Types Of Wound Dressings

From hydrogel and hydrocolloid to alginate dressings we have a wide range of options on offer.

Different types of wound dressings.

Another common type of wound dressings is foam dressings. Wounds with light to moderate drainage. They re extremely soft and usually very absorbent depending on the brand. Most composite dressings have three layers.

Type of wound used for. A collagen dressing can be used for chronic or stalled wounds ulcers bed sores transplant sites surgical wounds second degree or higher burns and wounds with large surface areas. This type of wound dressing protects wounds without sticking to the wound itself. The inner contact layer is non adherent preventing trauma to the wound bed during dressing changes.

It s an easy all in one dressing that can be placed over any minimally draining wound. In addition to the wound product categories listed above there are other wound dressings available such as foams and compression in addition to secondary and cover dressings like wraps gauze and tape. At clh we have a range of different wound dressings on offer each of which is ideal for treating different wounds.