The Utilisation of Conventional Plant-based Treatments in Contemporary Wound Care

The word “wound” describes a break in living tissue’s anatomical, functional, or cellular continuity. It is brought on by tissue damage from immunological, microbial, thermal, physical, and chemical causes. Wounds have been treated with various plants and plant-based products since ancient times. Many plant species and plant extracts show great promise for wound healing. Plant-based extracts promote blood coagulation, granulation, contraction, and skin tissue epithelisation, speeding up wound healing. This review’s objective was to present a list of advanced wound healing treatments, Ayurvedic formulations and plants and plant parts that are undergoing preclinical and clinical testing. The popularity and signs of continued use of ancient traditions demonstrate that there are still important lessons to be learnt from them. According to the study’s findings, medicinal plants such as Aloe vera, Curcuma longa, Calotropis gigantea, Acalypha indica, Bacopa monnieri and Malva sylvestris serve as a solid foundation for developing safer and more potent natural therapeutic agents for wound healing and related pathological conditions. Numerous natural polymers are presently being researched to develop stable, economical, eco-friendly and effective delivery systems for wound therapy. As demonstrated by their continued use and popularity, traditional methods still have a lot to teach us. A greater understanding of traditional practices results in greater appreciation and benefit for a greater number of people worldwide. Major Findings: This review assesses the therapeutic potential of plant extracts for wound healing, highlighting medicinal plants like Aloe vera and C. longa as promising sources for natural healing agents. The authors also emphasize the ongoing relevance of traditional practices in modern medicine.