Practical guides for caregivers on bedsore prevention, medical sheepskin and wool care, from the team supplying Australian medical wool since 1988.
The best wheelchair cushion for pressure sores is a pressure-redistributing cushion (foam, gel, air-cell or a mix) that fits the person and the chair, ideally chosen at a seating assessment; no single…
Read the article →The wheelchair accessories that do most for comfort are the ones that pad the places where the body meets the chair: a cushion with a soft wool layer on the seat and back, pads on the armrests, and wa…
Read more →A wheelchair safety checklist is a short set of checks that keeps a wheelchair working and its user upright: test the wheel locks and footrests before each use, check tire pressure and the cushion eve…
Read more →Preventing pressure sores in a wheelchair comes down to three habits: take the weight off your seat every 15 to 20 minutes, sit on a cushion that fits your chair, and check your skin every day. Pressu…
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