A twisted ankle occurs in an instant, often from a simple misstep or loss of balance. These common injuries involve ligaments, the tough tissue bands connecting ankle bones, which can stretch or tear ...

PITTSBURGH, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a new adhesive bandage to better cover and protect a wound on the finger or toe," said an inventor, from Shawnee, Okla., "so I invented ...

Open areas of skin, such as scrapes and oozing pimples, heal best in moist, sealed environments. Hydrocolloid bandages, patches, and dressings can be used for this purpose. Unlike standard bandages, ...