Adaptive Seating & Skin Integrity...

Adaptive Seating & Skin Integrity: From Pressure Injury Staging to Comfort Tension

The OT Flourish Podcast di Mandy Chamberlain

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Ever felt like you were "in the weeds" with a complex pressure injury? You aren't alone. Our guest, Caitlin Schober, PT, DPT, from Broda Seating and I are ditching the dry textbook definitions and getting into the nitty-gritty of skin protection through seating options.

We discuss why a Stage 1 is trickier than you think, the "traffic jam" caused by those pesky donut cushions, and how to advocate for high-level seating (like Broda) without sounding like you're threatening the facility's bottom line.

Whether you're a student or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with "Aha!" moments for geriatric care.

Key Takeaways:
  • Immersion vs. Envelopment: It's not just about sinking; it's about how the cushion "hugs" those bony prominences.
  • Adaptive > Corrective: In geri ... 
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