BURNS

This study tested whether fresh frozen plasma (FFP) works better than albumin for fluid replacement in adults with severe burns covering over 20% of their body. Fifty-nine patients were randomly assigned to receive either FFP or albumin within 8 hours of injury. The main goal was…

This study looked at whether a higher daily dose of vitamin D (4000 IU) helps burn patients with vitamin D deficiency feel better physically and mentally compared to the usual low dose (400 IU). 48 adults who had a major burn injury at least 6 months ago took either a high or low…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during wound dressing changes can reduce pain and improve sleep in adults with moderate to severe burns. Sixty patients aged 18 to 60 with burns covering 25-60% of their body took part. The VR group used a headset showing calmi…

This study looked at 17 adults with burn scars to see if laser treatment or removing a tiny piece of scar tissue (punch biopsy) helps scars look and feel better compared to no treatment. Each person had three small areas on one scar treated differently, and the results were check…

This study tested a 12-week program combining electrical stimulation (Russian current) with muscle energy techniques in 100 adults with circumferential upper arm burns. The goal was to reduce pain, improve muscle strength, and lessen disability. Results suggest this cross-trainin…

This study tested whether a long-acting numbing medicine (liposomal bupivacaine) can reduce pain and the need for strong opioid painkillers after skin graft surgery. 74 burn patients with small burns took part. Researchers compared pain scores and opioid use between those who got…

This study tested two treatments—kinesio tape and low-level laser therapy—alone or together, to improve the flexibility and pain of burn scars. Sixty people with hypertrophic scars from burns took part. The goal was to see if combining both treatments works better than either one…

This study tested if shock wave therapy works better than standard physical therapy for treating partial-thickness burn scars on the forearm. Eighty adults with scars that had been present for at least six months took part. Researchers measured scar thickness and appearance using…

This study tested whether a virtual reality gaming program could help people with arm burns improve their walking and reduce fear of movement. 150 adults with upper limb burns took part. The approach used fun, interactive exercises to make rehabilitation more engaging.

This study tested whether using bandages printed with cartoon characters could help children aged 6-11 feel less fear, stress, and pain during burn dressing changes. 42 children with second-degree burns were randomly assigned to receive either cartoon-printed or plain bandages. T…

This study tested whether high-flow oxygen therapy reduces breathing problems and speeds recovery in children with burns compared to standard nasal oxygen. Fifty children aged 1 to 14 with moderate to severe burns received one of the two oxygen methods during sedation. The goal w…

This study tested a new, low-cost infection score called ICIS in 97 adult and child burn patients. The goal was to see if ICIS could better tell the difference between inflammation caused by infection versus other causes, compared to standard blood markers. The results may help d…

This study tested whether a therapy called 'illusory movements'—where patients imagine moving without actually moving—could help reduce muscle loss in people with severe burns covering 20% or more of their body. Researchers measured energy use, muscle breakdown, and other metabol…