Importance of Repositioning to Prevent Pressure Sores
To prevent the great discomfort and deterioration for which pressure sores are well known, it is most important to practice re-positioning yourself or your patient regularly. Doing this will greatly help to encourage better blood flow to those areas supporting your body as you sit or lie down for prolonged periods of time. When you […]
Pressure Sore Prevention for Wheelchair Users
How do wheelchair users prevent pressure sores? Pressure sores – How long does it take to develop one? How can I tell if I have a pressure sore? What do I do about my pressure sore? How is damage caused by a pressure sore? Are pressure sores serious? How can you prevent pressure sores? Questions abound […]
Pressure Sore Treatment in the Elderly: How Pressure Sores Affect the Quality of Life in the Elderly
Pressure Sores in the elderly is an area of great concern for all. One for which watchfulness and immediate treatment is always recommended. Due to the fragile nature of ageing skin and the general delicate health of the elderly, pressure sores pose a huge threat to the well-being and quality of life of our elderly. […]