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Pressure sores, also known as bedsores and pressure ulcers, are painful injuries to the skin. They are a common concern for people who spend long periods sitting or lying in the same position and they can be very dangerous if left untreated.  Thankfully, with advancements in healthcare technology, pressure relief mattress overlays have become an…

When constant pressure is applied to particular areas of the body, reducing blood flow, the skin and underlying tissue can start to break down. This can result in injuries known as pressure sores, bedsores or pressure ulcers. Pressure sores typically start as painful, discoloured patches of skin that feel warm to the touch and if…

Skin shearing is often an overlooked medical problem, but it can have a big impact on the health and well-being of individuals who spend long periods sitting or lying down. Anyone who is immobile or has limited mobility will be at an increased risk of skin shearing, and it’s important to be proactive in maintaining…

Pressure injuries are very common and they can affect anyone. These injuries are caused by prolonged pressure on the skin and they’re often referred to as bed sores, pressure sores or pressure ulcers. If you’re at a high risk of developing pressure injuries, you will likely have been told that prevention is better than cure….

Lots of people complain that their motorcycle seat is uncomfortable when they’re riding for long periods of time. Thankfully, you can upgrade your bike seat by investing in a gel pad and there are several benefits associated with doing so. Gel pads are used worldwide by biking enthusiasts and they can be incredibly effective. However,…

Pressure sores, also known as pressure ulcers and bedsores, are common injuries to the skin and underlying tissue. Many don’t realise just how common pressure injuries are and because they’re primarily caused by prolonged pressure on the skin, they can affect anyone who spends long periods sitting or laying down. They can also affect any…

As you may well know, pressure sores, also known as pressure ulcers and bedsores, are injuries to the skin and the underlying tissue. These injuries are primarily caused by prolonged pressure on the skin and they are much more common than people assume. Whilst anyone can get pressure sores, they tend to affect people who…

There are a number of different situations that lead to a person having to spend long periods of time laying or sitting in the same position. As you may well know, unfortunately, this can lead to a number of medical problems and it can be detrimental to a person’s health and wellbeing. For this reason,…