OFF-LOADING PRESSURE RELIEF WITH FOAM CUT OUT CUSHIONS: EXPERIENCES FROM RANCHO LOS AMIGOS NATIONAL REHABILITATION CENTER.

ABSTRACT: This paper explores the efficacy of the cushion fitting technique using foam cut out cushions for off-loading bony prominences in the sitting position, with a particular focus on reducing the high risk of developing pressure injuries among aging wheelchair users. This technique, historically employed at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, has shown promising results in reducing pressure injuries for patients with spinal cord injuries. However, its widespread adoption remains limited. This manuscript aims to raise awareness about foam cut out cushions, its historical context, and its contemporary relevance by presenting customized solutions for individual patients with specific deformities. Key clinical points are highlighted, emphasizing the importance of skilled clinicians i

SUBMITTER: Furumasu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10658289 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature