Why is keeping the wound debrided so important?
Debriding means the removing of dead/dying tissue or debris that accumulates inside the wound. A scab covering the wound or a yellow splotch inside the wound is an example of accumulation. In a chronic wound, this accumulation can slow the healing process and provide a good environment for bacteria and germs to grow. This is why it is so important to keep the wound clean and debrided.
