The effect of a trunk release maneuver on Peak Pressure Index, trunk displacement and perceived discomfort in older adults seated in a high Fowler’s position: a randomized controlled trial

BACKGROUND: Pressure ulcers pose significant negative individual consequences and financial burden on the healthcare system. Prolonged sitting in High Fowler’s position (HF) is common clinical practice for older adults who spend extended periods of time in bed. While HF aids in digestion and respira...

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Autores principales: Best, Krista L, Desharnais, Guylaine, Boily, Jeanette, Miller, William C, Camp, Pat G
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: BioMed Central 2012
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Research Article
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3538673/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23157714
http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2318-12-72

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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3538673/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23157714
http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1471-2318-12-72

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