Infrared thermometers are designed to detect the subtle skin temperature variations caused by variations of the blood that flows to the skin. It is used in persons with diabetic foot ulcers, to detect inflammation and prevent serious ulcer infections.
Infrared thermometers can be purchased from medical supply stores. Please refer to table "Other Stores" below for suggestions on where to purchase (if there are no vendors listed and you would like to have information on suppliers, please email info@woundreference.com)
An invitation to view this topic will be emailed to specified recipients.
Sorry, this content is only available to registered members. Please register for FREE account to gain access.
To access this premium feature and more, upgrade to a premium plan today. Or browse to enjoy free content and tools.
WoundReference is a clinical decision support platform for experienced and new wound care clinicians at the point-of-care