The wound/burn guidelines – 2: Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment for pressure ulcers

These Japanese Dermatological Association guidelines state that pressure injury prevention depends on confirming actual interface pressure. They direct caregivers to check sacral pressure with an interface pressure meter, reinforcing that effective repositioning must be guided by measured pressure rather than routine practice. Read Full Article

Pressure Mapping with Visual Feedback to Enhance a Pressure Ulcer Prevention Program

Henry Ford Health System utilized real-time pressure mapping with visual feedback to enhance pressure ulcer prevention, confirming effective repositioning for patients and gaining acceptance from caregivers and patients. The technology showed immediate benefits in identifying and adjusting patient positions to prevent ulcer development. Read Full Article