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The management of plantar warts - a podiatric perspective

, 2009
The number of treatments offered for a particular condition is often indicative of the unsatisfactory success rate in curing the problem. This can be demonstrated by the documented plethora of treatments suggested for plantar warts (or verrucae), which ...
Bristow, Ivan R., Greenwood, Jane
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Towards a Sonographer Career Framework: A Narrative Review of Career Frameworks in Health Professions

Sonography, Volume 13, Issue 1, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Sonographers in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) currently lack a dedicated career framework (CF), despite the existence of such frameworks in other health professions. Distinct from a competency framework, a CF provides a structured model for career progression, capability development and workforce sustainability.
Kate Russo, Michelle Fenech, Ann E. Quinton, Jennifer Alphonse   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluating the Modified Barthel Index for Policy and Practice in Reablement: Lessons From Australia's Short‐Term Restorative Care Program

Australasian Journal on Ageing, Volume 45, Issue 1, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Objective The Modified Barthel Index (MBI) is the sole reporting metric required by the Australian Government for the Short‐Term Restorative Care program (STRC). This study investigated the suitability of the MBI as an outcome measure of functioning/self‐care ability in the older Australian reablement context.
Luke Schmidt, Daniel Broszczak, Margaret MacAndrew, Christina Parker   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Developing a Trauma Checklist for People With a Learning Disability Accessing Community Health and Support Services

British Journal of Learning Disabilities, Volume 54, Issue 1, Page 74-84, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Research suggests people with a learning disability experience high prevalence of adverse life events which may result in trauma‐related mental health conditions. Identifying trauma‐related mental health conditions can facilitate access to support, however research suggests they may be under‐identified in this group. The aim of this
Sarah Wigham, Arman Iranpour, John L. Taylor, Claire Hills‐Wilson, Pamela Reitemeier, Katharine Petersen, Iain McKinnon, Simon S. Hackett   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Healing through empowerment and active listening (HEALing): A mixed‐methods evaluation of the feasibility and acceptability of a nurse‐led self‐care support intervention for people with diabetic foot ulcers

Diabetic Medicine, Volume 43, Issue 3, March 2026.
Abstract Aims To evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and implementation of HEALing (Healing through Empowerment and Active Listening)—a clinic‐integrated self‐care intervention delivered by trained wound care nurses in three 30‐min face‐to‐face sessions over 6 weeks to support diabetic foot ulcer healing. Methods A mixed‐methods, single‐arm hybrid
Xiaoli Zhu, Eng Sing Lee, Frederick H. F. Chan, Ruoyu Yin, Phoebe X. H. Lim, Rachel W. S. Koh, Carpenter Judith, Voon Hooi Lim, Richard S. Y. Low, Jie Su, Faridah Binte Mohamad Yusoff, Yee Chui Chen, Konstadina Griva   +12 more
wiley   +1 more source

Validity, Reliability and Responsiveness of Wound‐QoL‐14 Quality of Life Questionnaire in Patients With Diabetes Related Foot Ulcers

International Wound Journal, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACTDiabetes related foot ulcers (DFU) are associated with significant physical, psychological and social dysfunction. Measuring the impact of treatments on patients' overall well‐being is vital to ensure care is holistic. This study aimed to validate the Wound‐Qol‐14 quality of life assessment tool in people with a DFU.
L. Hitchman, F. Siracusa, R. Lathan, B. Ravindhran, J. Long, G. Smith, M. Sidapra, I. C. Chetter   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Implementing Wound Hygiene in the Italian Healthcare Context: Expert Recommendations for the Management of Venous Leg Ulcers

International Wound Journal, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT The ‘Wound Hygiene Italia’ project was designed to provide expert‐driven recommendations for the assessment, management and monitoring of venous leg ulcers, tailored to diverse settings of care (hospital, ambulatory and home care). The recommendations, developed by a multidisciplinary panel, emphasise the implementation of the Wound Hygiene ...
Alessandro Scalise, Franco Bassetto, Diego Ceci, Guido Ciprandi, Deborah Cesura Granara, Barbara De Angelis, Ciro Falasconi, Domitilla Foghetti, Francesco Giacinto, Alessandro Greco, Filippo Magnoni, Marco Marchelli, Giuseppe Nebbioso, Battistino Paggi, Giovanni Papa, Francesco Petrella, Salvatore Piazza, Marco Romanelli, Elia Ricci, Sara Sandroni   +19 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Systematic Review of the Cost‐Effectiveness of Interventions for Chronic Wounds

International Wound Journal, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Chronic wounds present a significant challenge to society and have a negative impact on the quality of life and daily activities of patients. This review aimed to identify the cost‐effectiveness of the currently used care alternatives for the treatment of chronic wounds. This study serves to identify cost‐effectiveness boundaries and provide a
Petra Marešová, Kristina Randlová, Lukáš Režný, Jan Hruška, Barbara Wolff‐Winiski, Damien Dupin, Kamil Kuča   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Cost and Resource Utilisation for Management of Diabetes‐Related Foot Disease in Australia: An Economic Evaluation

International Wound Journal, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT The financial burden of diabetes‐related foot disease (DFD) in Australia remains inadequately understood. This study aimed to explore the direct costs and resource utilisation associated with DFD management, incorporating insights from healthcare professionals actively involved in the treatment of individuals with DFD.
Nicoletta Frescos, Michelle R. Kaminski
wiley   +1 more source

Mapping Person‐Centred Care in Wound Management: A Scoping Review of Frameworks, Concepts and Outcome Measures

International Wound Journal, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Person‐centred care (PCC) has been increasingly promoted in wound management, yet its theoretical foundations and practical application remain unclear. This scoping review aimed to map and synthesise how PCC frameworks, concepts and outcome measures have been used in wound care.
Eva‐Maria Panfil, Federica Soldo, Sebastian Probst   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source