According to a recent study, researchers have discovered a method of restoring sweat gland function in burn victims.
Researchers develop new non-invasive burn assessment method
Researchers have developed a handheld imaging device using a neural network model that can non-invasively assess burns.
New research suggests sunlight exposure guidelines may need revisions
Solar exposure guidelines for recommended vitamin D synthesis may need to be revised, according to a new study. The guidelines were determined more than 30 years ago and the accuracy of the risk and benefit calculations for sun exposure have been questioned.
New study uses virtual reality to relieve burn injury-related pain in children
New research has suggested that using smartphone-based virtual reality (VR) games while changing dressings in pediatric patients with burn injuries might have an opioid-sparing effect.
Study finds pavement can cause second degree burns when temperature is high enough
Pavement in the Southwestern United States can quickly burn human skin when air temperatures exceed 100 F (38 C), according to a new study. The study, which investigated second degree burns caused by hot pavement, was published in the Journal of Burn Care & Research (Jun 21, 2019; 40(4):422-426).
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