Being bedridden is a form of immobility. Bedbound patients are unable to stand up or even sit up. People who spend prolonged periods in bed have to face a lot of changes. One of them is the psychological stress that comes from dealing with the unpleasant feeling of boredom. Thoughtful gifts can bring comfort to…
Back pain, as-well-as pressure injuries, are the leading causes of reduced quality of life and well-being for bedbound patients. Being confined to bed for a long period comes hand in hand with back pain for the majority of patients. Fortunately, you can take measures to relieve back pain from a hospital bed. Causes of bedridden…
Bedbound patients have severely limited mobility, therefore grooming may become challenging for them. Those people who are confined to bed, usually require a lot of care from their caregivers, including the assistance in satisfying their hygiene needs. Immobile patients often require the assistance of a caregiver for hair care. Besides the hygienic advantages, hair care…
A balanced diet is crucially important for recovery. Consuming nutrient-dense foods supports the healing process. How many calories does an elderly bedridden person need? The caloric needs of bedridden seniors vary depending on their age, health status, body weight, medical condition, and other factors. Due to the lack of intense physical activity elderly bedbound patients…
How do bedridden patients go to the bathroom? For those that are bedridden using conventional toilets is often impossible. Being unable to use a toilet independently can have a negative impact on the patient’s psychological well-being and physical health. Special medical equipment can help bedridden patients to use the toilet safely and with dignity. Learn…
Caretakers often face the challenges of dressing immobile patients. For many years, the fashion industry forgot about the needs of people with disabilities. Thanks to the rising number of innovative clothing manufacturers, medical professionals and patients now have a wild variety of adaptive clothing items to choose from. Elastic waist pants, magnetic closure shirts, open-back…
Bedsores also called pressure ulcers and decubitus ulcers, occur when prolonged and constant pressure is applied to the skin. As the pressure limits the blood supply to the skin, the dendritic cells stop working and die. Being confined to a bed can add to the likelihood of developing pressure ulcers. Urine, sweat, and feces can…
Developing thrombosis, muscle wasting, contracture respiratory, and cardiovascular problems are among the major negative consequences of being confined to a bed for a prolonged period of time. Rehabilitation after being bedridden can improve the patient’s physical and mental state. The effect of extended bed rest Bedsores Bedsores, otherwise known as decubitus ulcers or pressure ulcers,…
The aging of society comes with the increasing numbers of people who suffer from decubitus (also called bedsores, pressure ulcers). Treating elderly family members has become a constant challenge for families because people with decubitus have to stay in bed so self-care is not an option in this case. Not just people with decubitus, but…
In order to maintain proper skincare it is essential to understand the different skin types and to know your personal skin type. Different types of skin require different anti aging skincare routines. In this article we will familiarize you with the various skin types, help you to identify your type, and advise you on how…