October 31, 2024
Pressure injuries are a serious concern for wheelchair users, and for good reason. When you spend an extended period in a seated position, the constant pressure on your skin can lead to damage and, if left unchecked, potentially life-threatening pressure injuries.
Pressure injuries develop as a result of constant and unrelieved pressure on the skin and underlying tissues. When this occurs, a pressure sore or bedsore forms, leading to redness, pain, swelling, warmth, and bleeding.
Pressure injuries can develop on anyone, but they are more common among people who are immobile due to illness or injury, such as wheelchair users. Pressure sores in this group are often a result of the constant pressure on a specific area of the body due to remaining seated for a prolonged period.
A study from the National Institutes of Health estimates that over 2.5 million people in the United States alone will experience a pressure ulcer in their lifetime. A pressure ulcer can be a painful and serious condition, requiring extended hospitalizations, increased risk of infections, and in severe cases, a loss of mobility and increased risk of sepsis and death.
Fortunately, a technology pioneer has custom-designed a smart cushion that can help to minimize the risk of pressure injuries.
The innovative smart cushion helps prevent pressure injuries by using advanced technology to analyze pressure points in real-time. Developed by Kalogon, the cushion system uses high-tech sensors to track temperature and weight and analyze the likelihood of a pressure sore forming on the user's body.
Once pressure points and risks are identified, the smart wheelchair cushion helps to redistribute the user's weight appropriately. By adjusting pressure points and promoting better circulation, the smart cushion lessens the risk of developing pressure ulcers and injuries.
This innovative smart cushion demonstrates the potential of technology in dealing with critical challenges and helping countless wheelchair users around the globe avoid the painful and sometimes life-threatening pressure ulcers.
Moreover, this technology will have a great impact on pressure ulcer prevention in both the long-term and short-term care settings. Furthermore, The smart cushion technologies can be a groundbreaking advancement for long-term pressure ulcer management, providing an accessible, easy-to-use solution that has the potential to reduce medical costs and save countless lives.
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