Posiperle User Guidance
Consider putting the positioners under sheets, inside a pillowcase, or ordering a non stock positioner cover or fitted cushion cover to reduce risk of skin damage if any of the following apply:
- Positioners can be ordered with covers – this is recommended for clients who struggle with temperature control or are being treated for any pre-existing skin conditions. (E.G Excessive sweating, dry skin, broken skin, eczema, use of medicated or skin barrier creams).
- The use of heated or weighted blankets is not recommended
- All positioners are to be used with the guidance provided by the Health Care professional.
- Positioners are not to be used on an open undressed wound.
- This guide serves as a template for positioning the cushions with the client. Posiperle positioners are designed to offload sensitive areas. User discretion is advised
- Cushion position is to be repositioned as frequent as possible for the end users comfort and within the means of the level of care provided.
- Good moving and handling practice for insertion and removal of positioner to avoid skin damage or injury to carers.