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How often should you change a pressure cushion?

We have found, that a common question with healthcare professionals can be ‘how often do you need to change a ...

Martina Tierney OT December 09, 2020 /

in Pressure Management, Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury, Cushion, Pressure Cushions

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Rent a Chair & Bring Them Home for Christmas

With Christmas only a few weeks away, you may be working hard to make sure your loved one can be home for Christmas. ...

Martin Tierney November 24, 2020 /

in Pressure Management, Seating Specialist, Rentals, Residential Care

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Stop Pressure Ulcers Day 19th November 2020

Pressure ulcers (sometimes referred to as pressure injuries) are a key indicator of the quality and experience of ...

Martin Tierney November 19, 2020 /

in Pressure Management, Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury, Pressure Cushions

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How to Reduce Pressure Injuries in Seating

Despite ongoing research, evidence and skills, pressure injuries still affect 1 in 5 patients across the continuum of ...

Martina Tierney OT October 26, 2020 /

in Clinical Research, Pressure Management, Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury, Seating Assessment, Four Principles of Pressure Management, Four Principles of Good Seating

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Let’s get it clear: Myth – Pressure mapping is only used to compare cushions

Pressure mapping is a technology that has been in use for more than 30 years, and over that time the technology has ...

Dr Barend ter Haar August 03, 2020 /

in Pressure Management, Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury, Four Principles of Pressure Management

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5 CONSIDERATIONS FOR PURCHASING A PRESSURE MANAGEMENT CHAIR

Once you’ve identified the need for a pressure management chair and started to look at your options, you’ll notice ...

Jonathan Tierney September 18, 2019 /

in Pressure Management, Seating Assessment, Specialist Seating

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CLINICAL TESTING OF THE MILANO™ CHAIR

Seating Matters are continually carrying out clinical testing and trialing of the chairs....

Martin Tierney September 13, 2019 /

in Clinical Research, Pressure Management

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THE IMPORTANCE OF LOADING THE FEET IN SITTING

In this article we consider the top 3 reasons why a footplate is essential in order to stabilise the feet and we’ll ...

Martina Tierney OT August 28, 2019 /

in Pressure Management, Footplate

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FAQ: Pressure Management In Seating Matters Chairs

A pressure injury is a localised injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue, usually over a bony prominence caused ...

Martina Tierney OT August 20, 2019 /

in Pressure Management

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THE 4 PRINCIPLES OF GOOD SEATING

Pressure injuries are thought to be preventable in the majority of cases, and can cause serious health issues and ...

Martina Tierney OT August 16, 2019 /

in Pressure Management, Four Principles of Pressure Management, Four Principles of Good Seating

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Our clinicial team at Seating Matters is made up of Occupational Therapists, Nurses, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy so we have a unique understanding of our patient needs when it comes to seating.

How often should you change a pressure cushion?

Rent a Chair & Bring Them Home for Christmas

Stop Pressure Ulcers Day 19th November 2020

How to Reduce Pressure Injuries in Seating

Let’s get it clear: Myth – Pressure mapping is only used to compare cushions

5 CONSIDERATIONS FOR PURCHASING A PRESSURE MANAGEMENT CHAIR

CLINICAL TESTING OF THE MILANO™ CHAIR

THE IMPORTANCE OF LOADING THE FEET IN SITTING

FAQ: Pressure Management In Seating Matters Chairs

THE 4 PRINCIPLES OF GOOD SEATING

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