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For Patients

Practical guidance to help care for your wound

Find clear, step-by-step advice to help you care for your wound with confidence. From applying products correctly to understanding what’s normal during healing and when to seek help, we’re here to support you at every stage.

This webpage is here to help you look after your wound, along with support from your healthcare professional. It can also help family members or carers who are supporting you with your wound care.

Being involved in your own care can help you feel more independent and may support your recovery.

This webpage is only a guide and does not cover everything. Always follow the advice given by your healthcare professional and contact them if you have any worries or questions.

If you are changing your own dressings in agreement with your healthcare professional the information below may be able to help.

Supporting you to feel confident in your care

Looking after a wound or managing care at home can feel overwhelming at times. These resources are here to help you understand your treatment, feel more confident, and know what to expect.

They’re designed to support the advice given by your healthcare professional and give you something helpful to refer back to whenever you need it.

Available to download in a range of languages

Application Video

RespoSorb® Silicone Border

Looking after a wound can sometimes feel unfamiliar or worrying. These videos are here to help guide you through the process of using RespoSorb® Silicone Border dressings safely and confidently at home.

They show simple, step-by-step demonstrations, helping you understand what to expect and how to care for your wound between healthcare visits.

Watching these videos can help you feel more confident in your wound care and support the advice given by your healthcare professional.

Please remember that these videos are intended as a guide. Always follow the instructions provided by your nurse or healthcare professional, and contact them if you have any concerns about your wound or dressing.

Watch application video