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The benefits and barriers to Early Mobilization
Early mobilization has been demonstrated to be both safe and feasible for patients admitted to critical care.
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.
How a lack of assistive equipment can be a barrier to mobility in the ICU
Early mobilization of ICU patients has been associated with improved muscle strength and functional independence, as well as a shorter duration of delirium, mechanical ventilation, and ICU length of stay.
Our early mobility solutions supporting the Veterans Administration (VA) Mobility Screening and Solutions Tool
In the pursuit of optimizing the rehabilitation journey for our esteemed veterans, the Veterans Administration (VA) has developed the Mobility Screening and Solutions Tool. This tool aims to enhance early mobilization and improve the functional outcomes of veterans.
The impact of prolonged immobility & assessment of patient readiness for mobility
Intensive care unit (ICU) patients frequently have extreme derangement of physiological function.
What’s Under the Sheets Does Matter
The National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) recently held its annual conference in San Diego in March 2023.
The Remarkable Recovery of Matt Rogers: A Testament to Early Mobilization and Human Resilience
In the world of medical miracles, the story of Matt Rogers stands out as a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of modern medicine combined with the human spirit.
Anmed health Case Study - Arjo MOVE® Program
A 98% decrease in workers’ compensation costs and an 82% decrease in patient handling-related injuries helped AnMed Health earn nearly $2.6 million in total annual savings.
Empowering Long Term Care Residents The Role of the Atlanta Chair in Dementia Care Settings
The Atlanta™ chair was accredited with a class 1A rating from the University of Stirling's Dementia and Design Centre, and stands out as a prime example of evidence-based design improving the lives of those with dementia.
Microclimate management: The critical link to skin integrity
As a clinician, have you ever had the experience of rolling a patient on to their side only to find their back is warm and sweaty without any indication of sweating elsewhere? Here is some insight into why this may have happened.
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.
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.
Adventist Health Sonora Case Study - Arjo MOVE Program
Adventist Health Sonora is a community medical center that has a vision to transform the health experience of its community by improving health, enhancing interactions, and making care more accessible. This vision also includes the health and well-being of all of its employees.
Baptist Memorial Health Care - Arjo MOVE Program
Arjo MOVE helped Baptist Memorial reduce staff injuries by 80 percent on average across their large system of hospitals.