Seniors’ lack of protective skin proteins makes pressure ulcer prevention difficult, according to new research.
Protein change explains why pressure ulcers are ‘not entirely preventable’ among seniors,...
By
Tim Mullaney
Aug 19, 2013
Elderly people’s lack of protective skin proteins makes pressure ulcer prevention difficult, according to newly published research. Seniors’ skin begins to break down after just two hours of...
Ask the treatment expert … about linens and pads
By
Rosalyn Jordan, RN, BSN, MSc, CWOCN, WCC
Nov 01, 2014
Does placing multiple pads and linens under residents who are incontinent protect their skin?
Ask the treatment expert … about friction and pressure ulcers
By
Susan Wickard
Apr 01, 2013
What role does friction play in pressure ulcers?
Chronic skin ulcers are among top comorbid conditions associated with dementia, researchers find
By
Tim Mullaney
May 14, 2014
Chronic skin ulcers and heart issues are among the comorbidities that are significantly linked with the presence of dementia, according to recently published research findings.
Joerns unveils its Dolphin Fluid Immersion Simulation System
Oct 31, 2012
Joerns Healthcare recently launched its Dolphin Fluid Immersion Simulation system.The new approach to wound care works by simulating the effect of floating in water.
Ionic ‘magic bullet’ could aid wound care
By
Brett Bakshis
Oct 01, 2014
A unique class of materials called ionic liquids could be a “magic bullet” for treating wounds such as pressure ulcers, venous leg ulcers and more, according to researchers at the University...
Overlooked genes play a role in wound care healing: study
By
John O'Connor
Jun 01, 2013
Eight genes that have been overlooked in the past appear to play a role in the healing of pressure ulcers and other wounds, according to biologists from the University of California at San Diego.
Low-tech approaches to pressure ulcers and incontinence care deliver big savings for LTC facilities,...
Sep 30, 2011
Low-tech treatments and prevention efforts for pressure ulcers — such as pressure-reduction foam mattresses and foam cleansers — could lower costs for long-term care facilities, a Canadian study has...
Hospital-acquired pressure ulcers are 10 times more common than Medicare data shows, research suggests
By
Tim Mullaney
Oct 16, 2013
The Medicare program often paints a far rosier picture of hospitals’ pressure ulcer rates than is indicated by data collected bedside by nurses, according to a newly published study.