A Complete Guide to Wound Care Product Types – Learn the Differences
Choosing the right wound care product is an important part of the healing process. At Medisa, we supply a wide range of wound care solutions from globally trusted brands, all delivered across Australia. In this guide, we’ll walk through the main types of wound care dressings, what makes each one unique, and how they support wound management — always in consultation with a healthcare professional.
📌 Note: This guide is for general information only. Product selection should always be based on medical advice from your healthcare provider.
Types of Wound Care Products
Here’s an overview of the most commonly used wound care dressing types and their general features:
1. Foam Dressings
Description:
Soft and highly absorbent, foam dressings are designed to maintain a moist healing environment while managing wound exudate (fluid).
Used for:
Moderate to heavily exuding wounds
Available at Medisa:
2. Hydrocolloid Dressings
Description:
These dressings interact with wound exudate to form a gel, which helps support autolytic debridement (the body's natural cleaning of a wound).
Used for:
Dry to lightly exuding wounds, pressure ulcers
Available at Medisa:
3. Alginate Dressings
Description:
Made from seaweed-derived materials, alginate dressings are highly absorbent and typically used for wounds with significant drainage.
Used for:
Deep or cavity wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
Available at Medisa:
4. Silver-Infused Dressings
Description:
These dressings contain antimicrobial silver, which may help reduce bacterial contamination in wounds and lower infection risk.
Used for:
Wounds at risk of infection (under supervision)
Available at Medisa:
6. Adhesive Dressings
Description:
Designed for convenience, adhesive wound dressings offer built-in wound pads and easy application.
Used for:
Post-operative wounds, abrasions, everyday injuries
Available at Medisa:
Brands You Can Trust
Medisa proudly stocks leading wound care brands trusted by Australian healthcare professionals, including:
Where to Buy Wound Dressings in Australia
All of the dressing types mentioned above are available via our Wound Care Collection. Whether you are a healthcare professional, aged care provider, or supporting home care, Medisa offers fast, reliable delivery across Australia.
Need help? Our support team is happy to assist with product information (but we do not provide medical advice).
Final Reminder
Choosing a wound care product should always be done with the guidance of a medical professional. This guide is designed to inform you about the variety of dressing types available and help you better understand the options discussed with your doctor.
