Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide but research suggests that it can be preventable through evidence-based prevention strategies. Learn more about mechanical prophylaxis and Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) with our downloadable summary below.

Infection control for support surfaces | Arjo Meeting the infection control challenge when selecting a support surface. Ensuring the safety of patients and staff at all times. Find out more at Arjo.

According to a 2016 report by the WHO, globally there are 650 million people that are obese accounting for approx. 13% of the world’s adult population.

Service and Genuine Parts: An investment in safety, efficiency, and compliance Service and Genuine Parts: An investment in safety, efficiency, and compliance The right service partner needs to support the reliability and longevity of your equipment, as well as your commitment to safety and compliance. Service and Genuine Parts: An investment in safety, efficiency, and compliance

The Citadel Plus Bariatric Care System has been designed to manage patients weighing up to 454 kg (1000 lbs).

Maxi Air is an air-assisted single patient use system that provides an effective solution for reducing the physical effort and injury risk associated with performing lateral transfers.

From risk assessment to ensuring the appropriate intervention, time is a crucial factor in pressure injury prevention.

Our history | Arjo Find out more about the history behind Arjo. Est. in 1957 - based on a genuine passion. We are a market-leading supplier of medical devices and medical solutions.

Difficulties with communicating and performing everyday tasks can take a toll on elderly people with dementia. Helping people with cognitive disorders relax through soothing music and tactile stimulation can have a beneficial effect on their well-being and quality of life.

An effective and intuitive solution for the prevention and management of pressure injuries.

An effective and intuitive solution for the prevention and management of pressure injuries.

What Makes Genuine Parts “Genuine”? What Makes Our Genuine Parts “Genuine”? Arjo genuine parts are thoroughly validated to be compatible with our equipment. Our experts explain this meticulous process, and what makes it all worthwhile. Arjo genuine parts are thoroughly validated to be compatible with our equipment. Our experts explain this meticulous process, and what makes it all worthwhile.

The power of intervention in pressure injury prevention and management Discover key interventions in pressure injury prevention and management to enhance patient care and outcomes. Learn more on Arjo’s blog. The power of intervention in pressure injury prevention and management by Sharon Maris, Director Global Medical Affairs for Pressure Injury Prevention Pressure injury prevention interventions are key to reducing the risk of developing painful, resource intensive and costl

The time factor in pressure injury prevention Why “Lower for Longer” is the driving principle behind the performance of an Alternating Pressure surface. When assessing the performance of an active alternating surface, the aim is to achieve lower pressures, for longer times. In independent third party tests, AtmosAir Velaris demonstrated full pressure offloading at the sacral and heel areas for significantly longer times than the other tested surfaces. Find out more on arjo.co

Reduced mobility is a significant risk factor for pressure injury development, international guidelines emphasise the need for regular turning and repositioning of patients to help prevent skin damage¹. While a pressure redistribution mattress may enable the repositioning regimen to be individualised, regular postural change is still important but not without risk to the patient or caregiver.

Empowering movement is fundamental to any patient rehabilitation programme and is a core principle in the prevention of pressure injury development. With the impact of the current pandemic, the focus on mobilising and rehabilitating patients earlier and often throughout the day has never been higher.

Healthcare settings face the challenge of managing an effective Infection Control protocol on a daily basis. Ensuring the safety of patients and staff at all times, in a range of different settings requires a robust process, where care and treatment can be delivered without the risk of infection due to poor hygiene standards.