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Skin tears - information for residents, families and carers
Information for people living in or visiting the residential aged care facility
A translated resource with information about the prevention and management of skin tears for residents, families and carers.
A skin tear is a break or tear in the outer layers of the skin. The skin may peel back, or it can come off completely. Skin tears can be common on arms, hands, and legs.
Large skin tears can take a long time to heal. Your skin can become very dry and fragile as you age. Even a small bump or knock can cause your skin to tear. Take extra care to protect and look after your skin to help prevent skin tears.
- Organisation:
- Victorian Department of Health
- Topic:
- Skin, Ageing and aged care, Carers
- Target audience:
- General, Parents or carers
- Service area:
- VIC
- Published:
- October 2021
- Last reviewed:
- April 2026
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