Abstract
Comorbidities related to diabetes such as chronic wounds can increase the need for surgical procedures, with at least 10% of all patients undergoing surgery having diabetes. Being diagnosed with diabetes can be seen as a risk factor for developing wound healing problems. Discussion: This short report highlights the potential positive influences gained from providing resilience education and self- management education to people with type 2 diabetes, potentially enhancing self-managing abilities and reducing poor wound healing. Summary: Modern wound care practice is centred on symptom reduction and working with pathology; however, working with people to enhance their personal resilience and promoting positive psychological adaptation can impact positively on their mental health.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 28-31 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Wounds UK |
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| Publication status | Published - 2 Jul 2015 |
