Learning how to look after your wound yourself can feel overwhelming at first. To help guide your carers and you through the process, this page gives you a step-by-step look at what you need to do at each stage of caring for your wound.
Remember that even if you are looking after your wound at home, it is important to keep in touch with your nurse or healthcare practitioner to make sure your wound has the best chance to heal quickly. They will give you guidance about taking care of your wound properly and safely, while the resources on this page aim to help support you or your carer in changing your dressing safely when your nurse is not able to visit your home.