Silver’s Healing Touch:
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One of modern medicine's most effective wound treatments has been around for over 2,400 years! When Hippocrates recommended silver for treating wounds in his 400 BC book On Ulcers, he could hardly have imagined that this remedy would still be widely used in 2024. Even more fascinating is that modern science now backs what he intuitively knew, with the effects of silver in wound healing well documented in contemporary research.
So, why has silver stood the test of time? The answer lies in its near-miraculous, multimodal action in wound care.
Germs Don’t Stand a Chance!
Silver’s first line of action in wound care is its potent ability to destroy pathogens. And it’s not just limited to bacteria—silver effectively targets viruses and fungi as well, all of which can hinder proper wound healing.
Where the Miracle Begins
Research reveals that silver does far more than fend off harmful microbes. When applied to a wound, it triggers a series of events that significantly boost the likelihood of successful healing. Enter fibroblasts! These specialized connective tissue cells produce collagen and other essential fibers crucial for tissue repair and recovery. Silver binds to these fibroblasts, encouraging them to revert to a more primitive state, making them more adaptable and efficient in the wound healing process. This ultimately leads to enhanced collagen production and faster recovery. The bottom line? With silver, wounds are not only protected from infection but also heal faster with less scarring.
Why would you want to use a Silverlab Healthcare Product for wounds?
Stringent quality control As a world class A-Grade pharmacy and GMP certified manufacturing facility, Silverlab Healthcare prides itself on the fact that it is registered with the Pharmacy Council of South Africa and is compliant with The Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA).
Leading the way
Over the last 24 years Silverlab ionic+ Colloidal Silver has become a trusted health companion in many households in South Africa. The company aims to build on this good reputation with ongoing research and development with the continuous introduction of novel product lines.