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AtmosAir Velaris
Auralis Plus
Your timely intervention is everything
Knowing what actions to take and when can make all the difference in
preventing pressure injuries from developing.
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Hear from a clinical expert
To acknowledge ‘Stop Pressure Injury Day 2024’ our clinical expert shares new perspectives on the power of timely intervention
AtmosAir Velaris®: Because Time is Everything.
The comfort and pressure redistribution of a reactive surface meets the full pressure offloading of an active alternating surface in AtmosAir Velaris.
Designed to support a One Surface Strategy, Velaris allows you to deliver customised intervention without having to change the mattress, freeing up time and cutting cost without compromising on therapy.
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Support surface and patient handling intervention in pressure injury prevention, and measuring outcomes that matter
Utilising international clinical practice guidelines as part of the pressure injury prevention strategy (EPUAP – NPIAP – PPPIA)
The 2019 guidelines jointly released by the EPUAP, NPIAP and PPPIA represent a truly international perspective on pressure injury prevention and management, reflecting multidisciplinary expertise, insight from key opinion leaders, and cutting edge research from around the world. Our clinical focus report spotlights how Arjo solutions align with the best practice guidance.
Flap and graft applications
Learn how the Citadel® C200 patient care system compares to another support surface widely used for post-operative Flap and Graft applications
Prone positioning with Nimbus Professional
Allowing caregivers to completely deflate individual cells under the patient’s body, Nimbus Professional provides an adaptable solution for the management of highly vulnerable areas.
Read more in our clinical focus brochure.
Auralis® Alternating Pressure System
Designed for high acuity patients with limited mobility and compromised skin integrity, the Auralis Alternating Pressure Mattress System assists you in managing your patient’s needs to minimise the risk and burden of pressure injury.
Auralis® Plus - Supporting a seamless bariatric care environment
Intelligent, dual-therapy system combined with integrated compatibility for advanced microclimate management, supports the provision of a seamless and tailored bariatric system for the prevention and management of pressure ulcers.
"A pressure sore can make or break"
At first, Paralympic gold medalist Peter Genyn thought the small wound on his back was just a pimple. It didn’t take him long to realise just how dangerous it could be. “If I would have had a pressure sore in Rio, I wouldn’t be able to win my medal.”
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The Arjo Pressure Injury Prevention portfolio
From support surfaces and microclimate management to early and objective risk identification, we offer market leading innovations designed to support your pressure injury prevention and management in all care settings.
Related content for our Pressure Injury Prevention category
The power of intervention in pressure injury prevention and management
by Sharon Maris, Director Global Medical Affairs for Pressure Injury Prevention Pressure injury prevention interventions are key to reducing the risk of developing painful, resource intensive and costly pressure injuries.
Preventing Pressure Injury in Prone Positioning
Prone positioning, which involves turning a patient over so that they lie in a chest-down, is a well-established intervention for ARDS. It has been shown to improve oxygenation and prevent ventilator-induced lung injury due to the more uniform distribution of lung stress and strain1,2.
How our cover fabrics are designed to support infection control
A mattress cover should support the prevention of cross-contamination – without compromising the performance of the support surface.
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The time factor in Alternating Pressure
Why “Lower for Longer” is the driving principle behind the performance of an Alternating Pressure surface.
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What could a One Surface Strategy mean for you?
From the time PI risk is assessed to ensuring the appropriate intervention, time can be a crucial factor in improving outcomes for caregivers and those in their care.
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How to prevent pressure injury during patient rehabilitation
Empowering movement is fundamental to any patient rehabilitation programme and is a core principle in the prevention of pressure injury development. With the impact of the current pandemic, the focus on mobilising and rehabilitating patients earlier and often throughout the day has never been higher...
Meeting the infection control challenge when selecting a support surface
Healthcare settings face the challenge of managing an effective Infection Control protocol on a daily basis. Ensuring the safety of patients and staff at all times, in a range of different settings requires a robust process, where care and treatment can be delivered without the risk of infection due...
Preventing Pressure Injuries in Patients with Reduced Mobility
Reduced mobility is a significant risk factor for pressure injury development, international guidelines emphasise the need for regular turning and repositioning of patients to help prevent skin damage¹. While a pressure redistribution mattress may enable the repositioning regimen to be...
How to manage microclimate in the plus sized patient?
According to a 2016 report by the WHO, globally there are 650 million people that are obese accounting for approx. 13% of the world’s adult population¹.
Managing skin microclimate with Skin IQ's Negative Airflow Technology
The International Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management Guidelines discuss how managing microclimate can provide an environment conducive to injury prevention and tissue repair. As such the guidelines recommend the need for additional features such as the ability to control moisture and...
Have a seat: The importance of therapeutic surfaces & sitting
For individuals with limited mobility, chronic health conditions, or those recovering from injury, sitting isn’t just a passive activity—it’s a critical component of care. The right seating surface can make a profound difference in comfort, clinical outcomes, and quality of life. In this webinar, we...
Medical device related pressure injury
Earn While You Learn: Continuing Education Certificate and One (1) Contact Hour Available! Join our webinar for a focused look at the risks and prevention of medical device-related pressure injuries (MDRPIs), a growing concern in patient safety. Through expert insights and practical guidance,...
An Individualised Approach to Support Surface Selection
Earn While You Learn: Continuing Education Certificate and One (1) Contact Hour Available! In part one of this three-part series, we explored how support surface technology may be used as part of a pressure injury/ulcer strategy, including core performance characteristics and testing associated with...
Pressure Injury Prevention: A personal and patient-centered approach
Knowing what actions to take, and when, can make all the difference in preventing pressure injuries from developing. This webinar is designed to provide healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical strategies to enhance patient care and prevent pressure injuries. Our expert...
The Pressure Injury/Pressure Ulcer (PI/PU) Prevention Maze: Navigating the Role of Support Surface Technology
Earn While You Learn: Continuing Education Certificate and One (1) Contact Hour Available! Pressure injuries or pressure ulcers (PI/PU) significantly impact millions globally, especially those who are immobile or have compromised health. These conditions can cause severe pain, complications, and...
International Nurses Awareness Day | Patient-Centered Care in Pressure Injury Management
Patient-centred care in pressure injury management is a comprehensive and empathetic approach that prioritizes the individual needs and preferences of patients. The webinar will be addressing the key components of: Risk Assessment and Prevention: Utilizing tools like the Braden Scale to assess risk...
Prévention des escarres et Accompagnement médico-économique Arjo : Données et Témoignages concrets
Programme du webinaire : Contexte médico-économique par Sandrine ROBINEAU, Présidente de la Société Française de l’Escarre (SFE) Accompagnement médico-économique : En quoi cela consiste ? Outils pour améliorer la prévention Résultats : Baisse de la prévalence des escarres et données d'experts
Pressure Injury Prevention with a patient centered approach in the Acute and Long Term Care setting
Stop Pressure Injury Day is a crucial global campaign observed on the third Thursday of November each year. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the significant impact of pressure injuries which affect millions of patients worldwide and is a growing concern in healthcare settings. Pressure...
Symposium JNE/SFE - Le choix du bon matelas thérapeutique dans la prévention des escarres : Recommandations Arjo
Grands principes et classification des escarres et supports thérapeutiques Les supports thérapeutiques, comme les matelas, sont classés selon leur capacité à redistribuer la pression (statiques, dynamiques, à air alterné). Les recommandations nationales et internationales - Quelles actions mettre en...
Therapeutic Value of Seating: Introducing the Sorrento 2 & Phoenix 2 from Seating Matters
Please join Andy Rich MS, OTR/L, CSPHP, Clinical Solutions Manager for Arjo and Jim Deccio, US Director of Sales and Operations for Seating Matters for a new product launch webinar showcasing Seating Matters' newest chairs – the Sorrento 2 and Phoenix 2! During this webinar you will: Learn the...
The Science of microclimate
Learning objectives Participants will: Discuss the etiology of pressure injuries as it relates to the extrinsic factors of pressure injury development Discuss the effects of temperature on the skin Discuss the effects of moisture on the skin Discuss methods that affect heat and moisture dissipation...
Lagerungsleitlinien neu – Bedeutung für Physiotherapie und Pflege; wer macht was?
Carsten Hermes befasst sich mit den neuen Lagerungsrichtlinien. Die Schwerpunkte dieses Web-Seminars lauten: Interdisziplinarität und Interprofessionalität Versorgungsstrukturen im Wandel Digitalisierung in der Intensiv- und Notfallmedizin Organinteraktionen und Multiorganversagen Ethisches...
Pressure Injury Staging and Wound Assessment
Learning objectives Participants will: Discuss the layers of the skin and skin function Define a pressure injury Classify pressure injuries based on the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel staging system List the items to be assessed and documented when evaluating a pressure injury or wound
Pressure Injury/Ulcer Prevention: Understanding the Science of Support Surfaces
Join our webinar on Thursday, May 30, at 4pm CEST, 9am CDT, 10am EDT. Earn While You Learn: Continuing Education Certificate and One (1) Contact Hour Available! Learning objectives Report increased knowledge of the design and construction features, as well as the capabilities, of a full-body...
Are you Active or Reactive?
Please join Carroll Gillespie, MS, BSN, RN, CWOCN for a discussion on NPIAP support surface classifications. Equipment demonstrations wil include the Atmos Air 9000X, Auralis Alternating Pressure Mattress System and the Citadel C200 with Skin IQ 365.
Episode 2 : Les soins d'hygiène des résident(e)s : les gestes qui comptent
Arjo a le plaisir de vous inviter à suivre "De l'aube au crépuscule : Le quotidien d'un(e) soignant(e)" sous la forme d'une mini série. Les 4 épisodes seront répartis tout au long de l'année 2024. L'objectif de cette mini-série est de montrer comment les aides techniques (et leur bonne utilisation)...
Der Dekubitus als Nebeneffekt einer erfolgreichen Intensivtherapie: Kollateralschaden oder vermeidbar?
Im Rahmen dieses Web-Seminars möchte Gerhard Schröder einen Einblick in die kritische Thematik der Dekubitalulzera auf der Intensivstation geben. Sein Vortrag konzentriert sich auf die Risikofaktoren, die zum vermehrten Auftreten von Dekubitus führen. Speziell stellt er die Probleme aus Sicht der...
Frühe Mobilisation auf der Intensivstation: Wer macht wann was?
In der sich ständig wandelnden Landschaft der Intensivmedizin präsentiert Carsten den Vortrag "Frühe Mobilisation auf der Intensivstation (ITS): Wer macht wann was?". Die Mobilisation von Patienten auf der ITS hat an Bedeutung gewonnen, da klarer wird, wie frühe Aktivität die Genesung beeinflusst....
Neue Richtlinien in der Lagerungstherapie: Änderungen, Auswirkungen und die Zukunft der Patientenversorgung
In diesem Vortrag wird Herr Prof. Dr. med. Hermann Wrigge tief in die neuesten Änderungen und Überarbeitungen der aktuellen Leitlinie eintauchen. Es wird sich nicht nur auf die Vorstellung neuer Empfehlungen beschränkt, sondern auch rückblickend bestehende Therapieverfahren neu bewertet – dabei...
Die neue S3-Leitlinie Lagerungstherapie und Mobilisation auf Intensivstationen: Was hat sich geändert und wie wird sie wahrgenommen?
Die jüngste Veröffentlichung der neuen Fassung unserer Leitlinie markiert einen wichtigen Meilenstein, da sie sowohl inhaltlich als auch methodisch dem Niveau einer S3-Leitlinie entspricht. Unser Ziel für das bevorstehende Symposium ist es, Ihnen die wichtigsten Änderungen in den Bereichen...
Matelas anti-escarres : Comment utiliser le bon support pour le bon patient ?
Programme du webinaire : - Qui sommes-nous ? - Escarres: les causes - Les escarres, toujours un fardeau ? - Quelles sont les principales localisations ? - Quel est le rôle des matelas dans la prévention et le soin des escarres ? - Quels sont les différents types de matelas ? - Comment choisir le...
Sichere Bauchlagerung in der intensiv-medizinischen Lagerungstherapie
Wir zeigen Ihnen welche Kniffe möglich und nötig sind. Nach einer theoretischen Einleitung werden wir Ihnen die "Methode der 2-Laken“ ebenso wie "Die Seefahrer-Methode“ vorstellen, um Patienten, mit und ohne Beatmung sicher in die Bauchlage zu versetzen. Der Fokus liegt auf der 180 Grad...
Das Mikroklima der Haut und die Prävention von Dekubitus
Anhaltende mechanische Belastungen und Verformungen der Haut und der subkutanen Gewebe können zu Dekubitus führen. Darüber hinaus spielt das so genannte Mikroklima eine Rolle. Das Mikroklima der Haut wird durch die Temperatur, die Feuchtigkeit und die Luftströmung in der unmittelbaren Nähe der...
Leitlinie Lagerungstherapie und Mobilisation von kritisch Kranken auf der Intensivstation – Was gibt es Neues in 2023?
Die Leitlinie „Lagerungstherapie und Mobilisation von kritisch Kranken auf der Intensivstation“ wurde jüngst zum zweiten Mal komplett überarbeitet und erstmalig nach aktuellen Standards auf das Niveau einer S3-Leitlinie angehoben. Der Vortrag gibt einen Überblick über die aktuellen Empfehlungen zu...
Leitlinie Lagerungstherapie und Mobilisation von kritisch Kranken auf der Intensivstation. Was Sie jetzt wissen müssen.
Gestützt durch klinische und wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse leistet die Lagerungstherapie und Frühmobilisation einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Behandlung des kritisch kranken Patienten auf der Intensivstation. Gleichzeitig haben diese Therapien auch ein Risiko von schwer-wiegenden Komplikationen wodurch...
Pflegerische Implikationen der Lagerungstherapie und -mobilisation für die Praxis
Die neue Leitlinie zur Lagerungstherapie und (Früh)mobilisation auf Intensivstationen hat pflegerische Implikationen für die Praxis. So sind die Themen der Oberkörperhochlagerung und Bauchlagerung ebenso spannend, wie die neuen Elemente zur Robotik und Hilfsmitteln. Die Leitlinie empfiehlt, dass...
Empowering Movement: Improving Outcomes with an Integrated Approach to Pressure Ulcer/Injury Prevention
Pressure ulcer or pressure injury affects thousands of lives and is a major for any healthcare providers. With an increasing complexity posed by the COVID-19, on patients and residents and new guidelines released, Arjo is welcoming you to join Jacqui Fletcher OBE - Independent Wound Care Consultant,...
No matter the size…Body fold management is for everyone
Arjo, together with Nancy Morgan RN, BSN, MBA, WOC an experienced clinician, successful business leader, and accomplished educator in the field of wound management - invites you to this educational webinar. Body Fold management is for everybody from babies to seniors. We will review various skin...
Patient Handling Principles in Pressure Injury Prevention
Arjo is inviting you to join Jacqui Fletcher - a Senior Nurse Advisor at the Stop Pressure Ulcers Programme / Clinical Lead Pressure Ulcers National Wound Care Strategy to learn more about: the new perspectives on pressure ulcer/injury development and the damage cascade the leading factors which...
Pressure ulcer/Injury prevention in the ICU: Prone procedures protecting skin integrity; lessons learned during COVID 19
Arjo is inviting you to join Jacqui Fletcher - a senior nurse advisor and Robert Gannon - a nurse consultant as they discuss and dig deep into the clinical challenges of pressure ulcer/injury prevention and management during the COVID 19 pandemic with a specific emphasis placed on prone positioning...
Reducing the risk of pressure injury and caregiver injury during prone positioning
Arjo, together with Dr. Joyce Black and Dr. Stephen Wanless - researchers and professionals in the field of pressure injury, critical care medicine, and clinical bio-mechanics, invites you to discuss how to reduce the risk of pressure injuries for patients and help to avoid work related injuries for...
Skin microclimate and pressure ulcer/injury prevention
Arjo is welcoming you to join Professor Jan Kottner and the Skin microclimate and pressure ulcer/injury prevention webinar. Professor Jan Kottner works at the Charité Universitaetsmedizin Berlin. His key research interests are skin and tissue integrity and preventive skin care with a special focus...
Support Surface Standards Testing & Clinical Decision Making
Arjo is inviting you to join Evan Call - an experienced Medical Device Test and Development Specialist and Research Scientist to : Discuss the challenge in making sure the right patient receives the right support surface at the right time, and how the use of empirical performance data can help to...
Support Surface Standards Testing: Evaluating devices left in place
Arjo is inviting you to join Evan Call - an experienced Medical Device Test and Development Specialist and Research Scientist as he takes us through: The synergies between having a good surface and a suitable device left insitu – breathability, ability to handle temperature and moisture, supporting...
