Here’s what you should know:
As the weather heats up and we spend more time outside, there’s something many families and care providers overlook: chronic wounds don’t take a vacation. But here’s the good news. You don’t have to face them alone!
At Restore First Health, we believe healing should come home with you. Whether you’re a patient or a provider, we’re here to be your secret weapon this summer.
Below are five “Did You Know?” facts that will empower you with knowledge and remind you that healing is possible with the right care partner.
1. Did You Know?
Up to 85% of amputations from diabetic foot ulcers are preventable
According to The New England Journal of Medicine, most amputations start as small wounds that didn’t heal properly. The right wound care at the right time and in the right setting (your home) can prevent serious outcomes and save limbs.
2. Did You Know?
Poor sleep can delay wound healing
Some say that summer heat often disrupts sleep, especially for older adults. But sleep, of course, plays a key role in healing. It regulates inflammation, immune function, and blood sugar. When sleep is poor, wounds can stay open longer and infection risk rises. That’s why we really emphasize the education for patients on practical sleep improvements and screen for sleep-related issues.
3. Did You Know?
Pressure ulcers spike after hospital discharge
The moment a patient leaves rehab or a facility, their risk goes up. The wrong mattress, lack of repositioning, or missing support surfaces can lead to new wounds. Our team evaluates beds, offloading devices, and home safety so healing continues without setbacks.
4. Did You Know?
Protein is one of the most powerful tools in wound healing
Protein helps the body repair skin and tissue. Without it, wounds stall. That’s why we educate patients and caregivers on high-protein nutrition and hydration strategies that support healing. We also assess whether nutrition might be blocking progress.
5. Did You Know?
Most providers think we’re competitors, not collaborators
Here’s the truth. We’re not a competitor. We work with home health and other care teams, PCPs, specialists, and families. Our role is to bring advanced technology and specialty wound care to the bedside and give bandwidth back to your team. We share every note, every visit, and every update based on your workflow.
We wrote about a similar topic a few months back… on How Weather Affects Wound Healing, Tap Here to learn more on this topic
And, if you’ve ever wondered what happens after we receive a referral, then checkout this short video form our CMO/COO who breaks it down:
Final Thought:
This Summer, Take Healing Personally
For patients, that means asking questions and knowing you deserve expert care that meets you where you are.
For providers, that means partnering with a wound care team that decreases visits, improves star ratings, and actually communicates.
We’re not just mobile wound care. We’re your advanced care team on wheels, where you need it- when you need it.
Need to schedule a wound consultation before vacation season?
Visit https://restorefirsthealth.com/request-a-consultation/ or call us today.
Let’s make this a summer of healing.
References
- Armstrong, D. G., Boulton, A. J., & Bus, S. A. (2017). Diabetic foot ulcers and their recurrence. The New England Journal of Medicine, 376(24), 2367–2375. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMra1615439
- Denda, M., Tsuchiya, T., Hosoi, J., & Koyama, J. (2003). Stress alters cutaneous permeability barrier homeostasis. American Journal of Physiology, 285(5), R1225–R1230.
- Guo, S., & DiPietro, L. A. (2010). Factors affecting wound healing. Journal of Dental Research, 89(3), 219–229. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022034509359125
- Eneroth, M., Apelqvist, J., & Stenström, A. (1999). Clinical characteristics and outcome in 223 diabetic patients with deep foot infections. Foot & Ankle International, 20(11), 630–634.