Preliminary evaluation of a pressure clinic in a new spinal injuries unit.
A pressure clinic is described, and its effectiveness in preventing pressure sores assessed. Preliminary results suggest that the incidence of pressure sores can easily be reduced by the introduction of this service.
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Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre, Odstock Hospital, Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK.
D004739:England; D006757:Hospital Units / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D010043:Outcome and Process Assessment, Health Care; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012047:Rehabilitation Centers / Q000592:standards; D013119:Spinal Cord Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D014910:Wheelchairs