If not, use of the Mental Capacity Act may be necessary. Changing position to reduce or remove the pressure on a particular area can be key to preventing pressure ulcers. Explain to anyone who has ...

Encourage the person to change their position in the chair every 15-30 minutes while ... and how to get hold of them. These aids can help prevent pressure ulcers developing or getting worse. There ...

Medical terms change over time as our understanding of health conditions improves. The way we describe pressure injuries has ...

Prevention of and assessment for pressure ulcers and skin tears are the responsibilities of the client, family, caregivers, and the health care team. Prevention will avoid discomfort ...

The flexSTIM device would provide intermittent stimulation to muscles—initially just those in the buttocks—mimicking regular weight-shifting to both improve muscle health and help prevent pressure ...

Coupled with compromised immune function, even minor injuries or pressure points from improperly ... tips for individuals with diabetes to prevent foot ulcers and highlighted that to mitigate ...