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Preventing pressure damage when seated

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Preventing pressure damage when seated

Zena Moore
27 September 2015

Pressure ulcers are common, costly and adversely impact on individuals’ health-related quality of life. Among those who spend a prolonged period of time in a seated position, pressure ulcers are a particular problem because the body weight is loaded onto a relatively small surface area.

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