Prevention, treatment of bedsores (pressure ulcers) and proper positioning

For the prevention of these injuries there are 3 basic objectives: (1) Stability, Provide stability at the proximal level (in the trunk), to improve the distal functionality (of the extremities). (2) Comfort, Increase the tolerance time sitting and lying down. (3) Anti-decubitus protection, distribution of pressure towards lower risk areas. 

There are several common factors for this type of injury to occur, both physiological and environmental. Here are some examples that can always help us in prevention if we know where they come from:

Physiological:

Advanced age (over 75 years). Loss of elasticity in the skin.

 Skin lesions (edema, dry skin, ...)

 Cardiovascular, respiratory and hematological pathologies.

 Nutritional alterations due to excess or deficiency and metabolism.

 Immune disorders (neoplasms, infections, …)

 Neurological disorders (spinal cord injury, stroke,...)

 Altered state of consciousness (coma, confusion,...)

 Incontinence.

 Derivatives of treatment (treatment with immunosuppressants, sedatives,...)

Environment:

Immobility due to pain, fatigue or stress.

 Lack of hygiene.

 Inadequate use of prevention and treatment materials.

 Work overload for professionals.

Those products that help prevent pressure ulcers through the effective distribution and relief of pressure.

Benefits they provide: Improves skin integrity, Comfort, Safety, Improves mobility , Reduces pain. Moisturize

To minimize the effect of pressure as a cause of pressure ulcers, four elements must be considered: mobilization, postural changes, the use of special support surfaces and local protection against pressure.

KEY PRODUCTS FOR PREVENTION WHEN WE ARE SITTING:

VISCOLELASTIC CUSHIONS

SILICONE GEL CUSHIONS

CUSHIONS FOR BETTER POSITIONING

KEY PRODUCTS FOR DECUBITUS PREVENTION:

ELBOW PADS 

HEEL PADS

BOOTES

ANTI-BEDSORE MATTRESSES