ROAD RASH PAIN RELIEF SKIN
While cleaning the skin abrasion, you should look for any deep cuts that may require stitches to heal properly. A moist environment promotes healing, improves tissue formation and protects the area from infection and scarring. Keep the wound moist until it has healed. The dressing should be changed every few days. Do not scrub vigorously, as this can cause more tissue damage.Īfter the area is cleaned, use a semi-permeable dressing to cover the wound and attach the dressing to dry, healthy skin with adhesive tape. If necessary, use clean gauze to gently scrub the area. First, because abrasions can easily become infected, you should clean the area thoroughly and remove any dirt and debris. While a severe abrasion should be seen and cleaned by a physician, you can do some things to promote healing. While there is often little or no blood loss from an abrasion, there can be a great deal of pain because of the many nerve endings that are exposed.Ĭonventional treatment of abrasions/road rash included treating the area by cleaning the wound with mild soap and water or a mild antiseptic wash like hydrogen peroxide, and then covering the area with an antibiotic ointment and a dry dressing. Most abrasions are shallow scrapes that do not extend into the dermis and don't cause a great deal of bleeding. Abrasions typically refer to an injury that removes these layers of skin. The skin is composed of an outer layer (the epidermis) which provides protection, and a deep inner layer (the dermis), which provides the firmness and flexibility of the skin. As the athlete falls or slides on the ground, friction causes layers of skin to rub off. Thank you for your support.Ībrasions and road rash are very common sports injuries that are usually caused by a fall on a hard surface. If this is a medical emergency, call 9-1-1, or visit the ER.Speak with a CentraCare Connect nurse at 32, or Schedule same-day appointments with your primary care provider, If your situation is not an emergency, please use other care options, including:.They are proven safe and effective in reducing COVID illness, keeping people out of the hospital, and preventing death.
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