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 goal was to s…

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

This study tested a new rehab method for adults with upper limb burns. 150 participants used virtual reality games combined with special stretching exercises. The goal was to improve walking and reduce fear of movement. Results showed promise for making rehab more engaging and ef…

This study tested two treatments—kinesiotape and low-level laser therapy—alone or together, to improve burn scar firmness and pain. Sixty people aged 10 to 30 with burn scars took part for 8 weeks. The goal was to see which approach works best for making scars softer and less pai…

This study looked at whether using bandages with cartoon characters on them can help children aged 6 to 11 feel less fear, stress, and pain during burn dressing changes. The children were randomly assigned to get either cartoon-printed or plain bandages. Researchers measured thei…

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

This study tested a 12-week program combining Russian current (a type of electrical stimulation) with muscle energy techniques in 100 adults with circumferential upper arm burns. The goal was to reduce pain, improve muscle strength, and restore arm function. Results showed the ap…

This study tested whether laser treatment or a simple punch biopsy (removing a tiny piece of scar tissue) improves burn scars better than no treatment. Seventeen adults with burn scars each had three small areas on one scar treated differently: one with laser, one with punch biop…

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 with burns covering 25-60% of their body took part. The results showed that VR helped lower pain during the…

This study tested whether high-flow oxygen therapy works better than standard nasal oxygen for children with burns who need sedation for procedures. The goal was to see if it reduces breathing problems and helps kids recover faster. Fifty children aged 1 to 14 with moderate to se…

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 new type of physical therapy called 'illusory movements' could help reduce muscle breakdown in people with severe burns covering 20% or more of their body. The therapy uses special exercises that trick the brain into thinking muscles are moving, which …

This study looked at a new, low-cost infection marker called the Intensive Care Infection Score (ICIS) in 97 burn patients. The goal was to see if ICIS can tell the difference between inflammation caused by infection and other causes better than current tests. Researchers compare…