Burns. 2014 Aug;40(5):860-4. doi: 1

Burns. 2014 Aug;40(5):860-4. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2013.11.006. Epub 2013 Dec 11.
Hydrotherapy in burn care: a survey of hydrotherapy practices in the UK and Ireland and literature review.
Langschmidt J1, Caine PL2, Wearn CM3, Bamford A3, Wilson YT4, Moiemen NS5.
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Abstract
INTRODUCTION:

Hydrotherapy is widely used in burns management however there are risks associated with its use, in particular cross-infection. Data regarding indications and techniques in common use is deficient. This study aimed to investigate hydrotherapy practices in the UK and Ireland.
METHODS:

A survey of the hydrotherapy practice of major burn care providers was performed by e mail and where necessary, follow up telephone contact.
RESULTS:

The survey included 28 burn care providers. 27 reported using hydrotherapy. Only 11 (41%) had defined indication criteria with 4 (15%) implementing a specific protocol. Variations in hydrotherapy practice were seen.
CONCLUSION:

Hydrotherapy is used nationwide, however considerable variation in practice exists. One area worthy of further consideration is the need for appropriate standards of infection control.

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KEYWORDS:

Burns wounds; Cross infection; Hydrotherapy; Pseudomonas; Review; Survey; Wound cleansing

PMID:
24332438
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