A Gap in Knowledge: Patient Perspectives and Barriers to Sunscreen Use After Burn Injury.

A study published in the Journal of Burn Care & Research examined burn injury survivors' knowledge gaps and obstacles related to sunscreen use during recovery. Researchers found that patients face meaningful barriers to consistent sun protection of healing skin, which is a critical component of post-burn care. The findings highlight opportunities for improved patient education in burn rehabilitation settings, where physical therapists and other clinicians play a role in wound and scar management.

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