Moms In Utah Need These New Smart Bandages For Their Kiddos

Everything is getting smart. Refrigerators, shoes, and now bandages are using technology to send information back to your phone. Wait, did you say bandages? These new bandages are amazing, and you may want them in your home first aid kit.  

The Design of a Bandage Can Help Wounds Heal 

Leaving a bandage on too long or letting it dry out or get too wet can make it harder for the body to heal. There are some amazing breakthroughs happening right now with bandages. Some of these innovations are still in the developmental stage, but many are available now. 

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There are new materials that expand and cover different parts of the body. Some of these stretch or are designed just for the elbow or knee. Some even come in the form of a spray. Many have medicine in the product to increase the body’s ability to heal. 

Take some time when visiting the pharmacy to see what is available when it comes to bandages. It will amaze you what is being done in this area. 

New Smart Bandage Designs Provide Crucial Information 

Placing technology into a bandage that can monitor a wound is some of the most exciting things happening with wound care. This circuitry can monitor the skin and send vital information to the caregiver. 

This can help stop bed soars before they happen and provide immediate feedback on how the healing is progressing. There are even bandages that have medication capsules in them that can be released by the caregiver at the appropriate time. 

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The day is coming when you will be getting updates on how your body is healing right to your phone. Instead of running to mom, kids will be running to your device when they get an “ouwie”.