Abstract Introduction Pressure ulcer (PU) is a common complication in chronic affection, especially neurological disorders and diseases commonly diagnosed in the elderly. For a long period of time, the prevention…
Abstract Introduction Management of a patient with pressure ulcer sore(s) must associate local and general treatment. Objectives To determine which medical devices other than supports and which treatments may be…
Abstract Introduction Taking care of a patient with an infected pressure sore necessitates a diagnosis allowing for a suitable treatment strategy. Aims To choose the dressings and topical antimicrobial agents…
Abstract Introduction Implementation of a prevention strategy after the identification of risk factors is essential at the entrance in a care unit or in a medical-social unit. Objectives Determine which…
Abstract Introduction The use of support surfaces in the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers prevention is an important part of care for a patient at risk and/or suffering from…
Abstract Introduction An evaluation of predictive risk factors for pressure ulcers is essential in development of a preventive strategy on admission to hospitals and/or nursing homes. Objectives Identification of the…
Les recommandations pour la pratique clinique sont devenues une base indispensable pour élaborer les protocoles de soins. Dans le domaine des soins aux patients à risque et ou porteurs d’escarres,…
Né en 1923, le Docteur Robert Maigne nous a quittés au début de l’été 2012. Sa disparition laisse un grand vide dans le « petit monde » médical de la médecine manuelle-ostéopathie,…
Abstract This document is part of the “Care pathways in physical and rehabilitation medicine” series developed by the French Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Society (SOFMER) and the French Physical and…
Abstract The most common tool used for measuring effort perception is the rating scale of perceived exertion (RPE) developed by Borg. This scale is also used for various outcomes in…
