Prevention
Those
managing the care of loved ones in the home can take a few steps to reduce
the danger associated with bedsores. Hospitals use special beds designed
to eliminate pressure points, but these beds can cost upwards of ten
thousand dollars. A more affordable option is to look into memory foam
mattresses, or memory foam toppers. Memory foam has unique abilities to
distribute pressure over wide surface areas. In fact, the first commercial
use of memory foam was as a hospital bedding material, designed
specifically to reduce the risk of bedsores.
For an individual
confined to bed, the distribution of weight accomplished by a memory foam
mattress or memory foam topper, can help to prevent the excessive pressure
that leads to bed sores. An organized and well managed routine for
shifting a bedridden individual can also help immensely, by ensuring that
no single area is always bearing pressure. Other factors that contribute
to bedsores include excessive moisture and friction. Changing linens
promptly and using care when moving bedridden individuals can also help to
prevent the occurrence of bedsores.
Bedsores are a
serious risk to anyone who is confined to a bed with impaired mobility.
Memory foam can be a useful tool in combating this dangerous condition,
when used in conjunction with regular a care plan.
