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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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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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Pressure Injuries & Seating

Pressure injuries are a significant health care problem affecting individuals of all ages cared for across a variety ...

Martina Tierney OT October 29, 2020 /

in Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury

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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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IS IT A PRESSURE ULCER, PRESSURE INJURY OR BED SORE?

What's in a name? As clinicians, communication is a fundamental aspect of our work. Whether we are caring for our ...

Martina Tierney OT September 24, 2019 /

in Industry News, Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury

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INJURY PREVENTION IN YOUR FACILITY

Falls and pressure injuries represent two of the biggest causes of preventable injuries which cause pain, distress, ...

Martina Tierney OT September 23, 2019 /

in Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Reducing Healthcare Costs, Fall Prevention

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WHY DO WE USE TILT IN SPACE?

To help meet the goals you have identified for your patient, it's important to select a chair with features that can ...

Martina Tierney OT August 08, 2019 /

in Pressure Management, Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Tilt In Space, Fall Prevention

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WHAT IS A PRESSURE ULCER?

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

Martina Tierney OT July 04, 2019 /

in Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury

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THE INTERNET'S MOST FAMOUS PHYSICAL THERAPISTS REVIEW THE MILANO™

Two of the internet’s “most famous physical therapists” took some time out of their busy schedule to give their ...

Jonathan Tierney March 13, 2019 /

in Pressure Management, Pressure Ulcer Reduction, Physical Therapy / Physiotherapy

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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?

Stop Pressure Ulcers Day 19th November 2020

Pressure Injuries & Seating

How to Reduce Pressure Injuries in Seating

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

IS IT A PRESSURE ULCER, PRESSURE INJURY OR BED SORE?

INJURY PREVENTION IN YOUR FACILITY

WHY DO WE USE TILT IN SPACE?

WHAT IS A PRESSURE ULCER?

THE INTERNET'S MOST FAMOUS PHYSICAL THERAPISTS REVIEW THE MILANO™

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