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.

The Clip bathing in situ sling - unpadded legs is suitable for bathing and showering activities as the mesh material allows water to pass easily through the sling.

When designing a care environment, people – in this case residents in long-term care settings and patients in acute care settings, as well as the caregivers – should be at the centre of the entire process. This focus is essential to achieve

Early mobilisation in ICU | Arjo Early mobilisation in ICU. Enable you to mobilise patients in ICU early. At a safe and optimal level of functioning. For quality care. Find out more at Arjo. Early mobilisation of the ICU patient has been demonstrated ... demonstrated as feasible, safe, and beneficial in improving physical function, and shortening hospital and ICU (Intensive Care Unit) stay.

Transporting patients on hospital beds is an ergonomically high risk activity for caregivers. However, the use of powered assisted beds can have a positive impact on their work lives. Read an extract from 'A case for powered bed transport' whitepaper below

are different types of power assisted transport technologies used with hospital beds that help caregivers reduce effort in transporting patients throughout the facility.

Part 3 – Creating space: the main factor in early floor and room planning Optimized space utilization is the main factor in early stages of floor and room planning. Learn how to create a superior living environment for residents.