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The time factor in Alternating Pressure
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 ... 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.com/velaris
Loop in situ sling - padded legs
The Loop in situ sling-padded legs is suitable for everyday patient handling activities, such as bed and chair-related transfers. It may be left under the patient between transfers (if clinical assessment allows).
Amputee clip bathing in situ sling
The Amputee clip bathing in situ sling is suitable for bathing and showering residents/patients with bilateral leg amputations above the knee or total hip. It is designed with the ability to remain under the patient between transfers following
Clip in situ sling - unpadded legs
The Clip in situ sling - unpadded legs is suitable for everyday patient handling activities, such as bed and chair-related transfers. It may be left under the patient between transfers (if clinical assessment allows).
The power of intervention in pressure ulcer prevention and management
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
How to manage microclimate in the plus sized patient?
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.
How is mechanical prophylaxis used in VTE Prevention?
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.
Clinical evidence on Early Mobility in the ICU
Clinical evidence survey on Early Mobility in the ICU | Arjo Early mobilisation has been shown to be both safe and feasible for patients admitted to critical care. Download our clinical evidence summary.
Preventing Pressure injuries in Patients with Reduced Mobility
Pressure injury prevention - reduced mobility | Arjo Pressure injury prevention in patients with reduced mobility. Help to prevent skin damage. Solutions for safe and high-quality care. Learn more at Arjo.
Preventing Pressure injuries in Patients with Reduced Mobility
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.
Clip bathing in situ sling - unpadded legs
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.
Planning and designing long term care and health care facilities: a person centered approach
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
Malibu and Sovereign
Each featuring an integrated transfer chair, Malibu® and Sovereign® bathing and wellness solutions enable you to make the benefits of bathing available to a broad spectrum of residents while simplifying transfers within the bathroom.