Avoiding hospital readmissions
Hospital readmissions within 30 days of being discharged stood at approximately 14% here in the UK in 2022/23 and, for the vast majority of patients, staying out of hospital once successfully discharged is imperative to their ongoing physical and mental wellbeing; able to see through the rest of their recovery in the comfort of their own homes and/or surrounded by their loved ones.
And, where an average of 27% of hospital readmissions in the UK are considered to be avoidable, there are a number of ways readmissions can, indeed, be prevented – not least of all by ensuring that, soon after leaving hospital, the appropriate mobility equipment and orthopedic supports are in place.
The role of mobility equipment & pressure care support in avoiding hospital readmissions
The role of mobility equipment & pressure care support in avoiding hospital readmissions is significant as these tools can help with:
- Sleeping comfortably
- Reducing pressure sores
- Reducing pain
- Increasing mobility in and around the home
- Improving confidence & self-esteem
- Achieving independence following a surgical procedure or significant change to mobility
- Supporting healing and recovery
With this, there are many different types of mobility equipment & pressure care support items available on the market, and what a patient may need depends heavily on the needs of the individual.
That’s why, here at Pressure Care Management, we offer a wide variety of products including Posiperle microbead cushions, Flo-Form fluidised positioners, and mobile & specialist seating.
Browse our extensive range of pressure care support products, or contact us to discuss your needs.
