They are tighter at the ankles than at the top of the legs. They also can help venous skin ulcers heal. But there are different types of stockings, and they need to fit right. So your doctor will ...

The purpose of this educational video series is to provide information to individuals with SCI and caregivers on skin care. Evaluating Your Pressure Ulcer Prevention Plan A problem-solving worksheet ...

Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are injuries to the skin and underlying tissue resulting from ...

Clinical Practice Guideline published by the Paralyzed Veterans of America and the Consortium for Spinal Cord Medicine. The University of Alabama at Birmingham Spinal Cord Injury Model System provides ...

There are four main types of skin ulcers: decubitus, venous, arterial, and neuropathic. Each type has a different cause and needs different treatment. A skin ulcer is a sore or wound on your skin ...

Clinicians typically use the tool to assess six risk areas for developing pressure ulcers: sensory perception, skin moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition and friction/shear. Each risk area is ...