This book provides a comprehensive review of the management of patients with open wounds, including pathophysiology, evaluation methods, treatment options, and provides a systematic approach to carrying out wound assessment as well as appropriate treatment. Clinical Wound Management includes information on treatment of pressure and leg ulcers, nutrition, pharmacology, dressings, total contact casting, and a variety of modalities including electrical stimulation, ultrasound, oxygen therapy, and low-energy laser.Special Features Chapters include a general introduction, literature review, and treatment procedures followed by numerous and excellent up-to-date references. Contributors to this text are varied in professional education and clinical experience and provide expert information in each of their fields. A handy resource for clinicians to evaluate their current treatment programs and to guide changes that may improve patient outcomes. A valuable reference for any member of the multidisciplinary team involved with the effective management of wounds. Read Less