Atopic dermatitis flares can cause skin cracks and bleeding. Learn how to care for the wounds and spot signs of infection.

Q: What does a nursing home administrator need to know about skin tears? A: Skin tears are a traumatic wound by definition and can be caused by mechanical forces like friction or shear including ...

Skin tears are a prevalent and challenging form of acute wound among older adults, arising primarily from the intrinsic fragility of ageing skin. As the epidermis and dermis undergo physiological ...

A lot of things change as you age — from mobility and balance to the strength and elasticity of your skin. As skin becomes more fragile, it tears more easily and often takes longer to heal. For older ...

We are physicians of independent medical groups who care for more than 100,000 medically complex seniors across more than 17 states. In assisted living facilities and patients' homes, we see firsthand ...

A study examined and defined risk factors that lead older adults to experience skin tears in nursing homes. The report was published Thursday in Scientific Reports. Skin tears are wounds that are ...