Recently Completed Projects
Below is a list of our recently completed research projects. To access information about previous research we have been engaged in please visit www.aro.gov.au. You can find out more about our current research projects here.
Silver iodine trial
This randomised controlled clinical trial is comparing the outcomes for infected/colonised chronic leg ulcers which are treated with cadexomer iodine and a standard dressing, with those treated with a silver impregnated wound dressing.
Predicting hospital admissions of Silver Chain clients
This study has been developed to facilitate a better understanding of the characteristics of community care clients who have frequent and/or excessively lengthy hospitalisations and to determine whether it is possible to identify these persons in advance.
Neurodegenerative disorders needs analysis
The purpose of this project is to provide home and community care providers, planners and policy makers with information that will assist them to better understand the current and future needs of individuals living with Neurodegenerative Disorders.
Mental health needs analysis
This project will ascertain the attributes and appropriateness of the services Silver Chain provides to individuals living with a mental health problem, and whether there are any gaps between what is provided and what is considered best practice.
Tea tree oil
This project aims to provide preliminary data on whether the practice of washing wounds with a tea tree oil solution is beneficial in eliminating anti-biotic resistant organisms, and whether it affects wound healing in a positive manner.