Wound Care & Dressing

Choosing the right wound dressing starts with understanding the wound itself. A clean, dry surgical incision needs something different from a draining pressure ulcer or a skin tear on fragile skin. Gauze sponges and gauze rolls work well for packing and general coverage. Foam and hydrocolloid dressings hold moisture in to support healing while protecting the area. Calcium alginate is a good option for wounds with heavy drainage, and xeroform dressing provides a non-adherent layer that won't stick to the wound bed during changes.

For everyday wound care at home, having a supply of sterile gauze, a bandage wrap for securing dressings, and a basic antibiotic ointment covers most situations. Caregivers managing more complex wounds may need specialty products like hydrogel or Medihoney to keep the wound bed moist and support tissue repair.

Facilities go through wound care supplies quickly. Nursing homes and hospice providers need consistent access to dressings, tapes, and bandages in bulk quantities that make sense for daily use across multiple residents. We carry case quantities on our most popular items and can help facility buyers put together a wound care formulary that fits their residents' needs without overspending.

If you're not sure which dressing type is right for your situation, our team can walk you through the options. Email us at info@keraemedical.com and we'll point you in the right direction.

Need hospice care supplies, nursing home supplies, or long-term care supplies for your facility? Set up a business account here or email us at info@keraemedical.com. Our team would be happy to help.