Grazes First Aid Learning


Grazed knee

 Are Grazes Serious Injuries?

Also called abrasions, grazes are some of the most common injuries to our skin – especially among children. Caused by friction against a rough surface, most grazes are minor. However, very large or infected injuries require medical attention and can lead to scarring.

 
 
 

HOW TO TREAT ”Grazes”

While we often ignore a scrape on the knee or elbow, properly cleaning and covering a graze with a non-woven dressing can speed up the healing process and minimise trauma. It also ensures that dirt and particles do not cause an infection in the wound.

Watch the video to learn how to apply a non-woven island dressing.

 

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