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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
Dri-Flo Pads
Incontinence protection pads designed to provide air permeability and absorbancy which may contribute to microclimate management. Tri-dimensional matting creates air-permeable durability.
AtmosAir Velaris
AtmosAir Velaris accommodates a 'One Surface Strategy' as it can replace all but the most advanced automatic surfaces with one easy to use, flexible mattress system.
The “Humiditure” is Rising: Dealing with Microclimate in pressure injury prevention
Like most of the United States, it seems that summer came early and with a vengeance. All states are experiencing excessively high temperatures, and the humidity has been extremely high. In my hometown of Jacksonville, the weather correspondents refer to the “humiditure”, what the air feels like with the high temperature and humidity combined.
Sara 3000/Flex/Lite/Stedy Active Slings Instructions for use
Carino
This easy-to-use hygiene chair offers an efficient, safe and ergonomic solution for assisted showering, and other hygiene routines, such as hair washing, pedicure and toileting.
Bariatric care challenges and solutions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that obesity is a national epidemic affecting more than one in three adults, causing higher medical costs and a lower quality of life.
September is World Alzheimer’s Month
Alzheimer’s Month to raise awareness internationally of this devastating disease, with World Alzheimer's Day celebrated annually on September 21.
It’s in our hands
Since 2009, observing World Hand Hygiene Day on May 5th each year is an opportunity for us to stop and reflect on how important hand cleanliness is, not only for ourselves, but how our attention to this action can affect the rest of the world
5 Dementia accredited products that support person-centered care
For those suffering from dementia, the responsive behaviors are among the most distressing and challenging outcomes of the condition. These responsive behaviors most commonly include apathy, depression, irritability, agitation or anxiety.
Empowering movement: Mobility matters
Mobility is defined as the ability to move in one’s environment with ease and without restrictions.
Optimizing Patient Care with the Sara Combilizer - Practical Tips and Real-World Clinical Applications
Optimizing Patient Care with the Sara Combilizer | Arjo Where edge of bed sitting is likely to be difficult to achieve, but early weight bearing and upright positioning are desirable, the Sara Combilizer a multiposition aid can be utilized to help achieve out of bed rehabilitation goals early in the care pathway. Where edge of bed sitting is likely to be difficult to achieve, but early weight bearing and upright positioning are desirable, the Sara Combilizer a multiposition a
Disposable loop stretcher sling
The Disposable loop stretcher sling is suitable for residents/patients who require full body support in a supine position during transfers.
Celebrating You this National Nurses Week & Month
National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6 and runs through May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Florence Nightingale, a revolutionary figure in nursing, is known as the “lady with the lamp,” with the lamp representing nursing’s selfless
Disposable loop turning sling
The Disposable loop turning sling is designed to be applied without having to log roll or move the patient and assists the caregiver with turning/rolling a patient in a supine position in bed. It is a patient specific product and should be used for a limited period only.
Clinical Insights: Person-centered dementia care with the Wellness Nordic Relax Chair
We recently spent time with Mary Anne Uayan, BSN, RN, CCRN, CWCA, Arjo Clinical Consultant - Wound Care, to discuss the advantages of the Wellness Nordic Relax Chair.
Rehabilitation: Occupational therapy and patient handling perfectly aligned
With a holistic focus on mind and body, occupational therapy and safe patient handling (SPH) complement each other because of the importance that mobility plays on improving one’s overall quality of life.