Phases of Wound Healing

• What is the first phase of wound healing called?

  Inflammatory (Initial) Phase
• What happens during the Inflammatory Phase?

  Things are rushing to the wound
• What characterizes the Proliferative Phase?

  Red, bumpy appearance
• Why is the Proliferative Phase considered good?

  Because it indicates healing
• What is the final phase of wound healing called?

  Maturation Phase
• What is the purpose of the Maturation Phase?

  To allow for the formation of the scar