Care against lying wounds

The frying scale

The frying scale takes into account 6 factors: physical condition, physical activity, humidity, mobility, sensory perception and frictions and sliding. On each factor one will then give a score of 1 to 4 and when rubbing and sliding from 1 to 3. The higher the score, the lower the risk of passing through.

Low risk

With a score of 18 to 23, one has a low risk of lying-through wounds. To keep this risk low, a water cushion important. This is a pillow that the pressure well distributed The water that moves under the weight of the body is another medicine. Clinical mattress. This mattress has a longer life than a regular mattress and provides more comfort.

Low to medium risk

A score of 14 to 17 indicates that there is a real risk of puncture wounds. a pillow with liquid gel. This pillow provides an excellent distribution of pressure. A good mattress is important now too. At this level of risk are a mono-waffel mattress and an alternate mattress ideal. A mono-waf mattress is a mattress that works well in case of a Electric nurse bed. An alternating mattress on the other hand is a mattress consisting of 2 air systems and pressure significantly reduced.

Average to high risk

With a score of 9 to 13 there is a high risk of lying through wounds. Therefore, it is important to take precautions. In this case, a memory foam seat cushion sure no unnecessary luxury. This is a cushion with an excision at the height of the tailbone. Furthermore, the cushion is also thicker at the level of the sitting bones. Both as a precaution for lying wounds. memory foam mattress a good choice. This makes for Low back pressure on possible bone projections. Further a heel protection This protection is used to treat established lacing and fully relieves the heel.

high risk

A score of 6 to 8 shows that the chances of a lie-in are considerable. It is therefore crucial to have the right articles in the house. air seat cushion is a good seat cushion for this score. The pillow consists of deformable, separate cells and is transmitted through the air between these cells the pressure distributes over the entire surface This seat cushion reduces the risk of lying through wounds. 

Here you will find a list of all the tools for lying-through wounds.