Learn how to close skin with a simple running, aka continuous, suture technique with Joe Alton, M.D. A pig's foot closely resembles to feel of human skin and is a good template for practicing your skills. Any needle holder, including needle nose pliers, a 1/2 circle sewing needle and sewing thread can be used for practice. To learn more about safety measures, including when NOT to suture (!!!), which can be found in our book The Survival Medicine Handbook, 4th edition. Color paperback and color spiral versions are located in our store.
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Please be safe and healthy everyone! Amy Alton, ARNP and Joseph Alton, MD
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