Does the VENDLET Bed Turning System ease the PRESSURE associated with PRESSURE INJURIES?

Pressure Injury - Vendlet V5S

There have been innumerable studies that conclude the prevention and management of pressure injuries in a bedridden patient is multi-factorial and nuanced. Given previous studies by Lindner et al (2016) concluded the VENDLET reduces touch points on the patient, reduces strain on the caregiver and reduces time required for the task, we have long-held the

The Man Who Won’t Roll – A Case Study

According to a Case Study by Melbourne-based Occupational Therapist, Frances Arnold of Yooralla, the Vendlet Turning System was the perfect solution for ‘The Man Who Wouldn’t Roll’. The study centres on Gavin, a 49yo man who had suffered a Spinal Cord Injury together with an Acquired Brain Injury.  He was living in a Supported Accommodation

Manual Handling and ‘Best Practice’

When it comes to Manual Handling, does “Best Practice” simply mean more staff to ease the load?  Not necessarily. In a world of increased bariatric presence in our Hospitals and Aged Care facilities, we have to work smarter not harder, particularly as securing funding for extra staff is a perpetual conundrum. The Vendlet Bed Turning

What Are Pressure Sores and Ulcers?

Mobility and Comfort: What are Pressure Sores and Ulcers?

When it comes to choosing the right equipment and furniture solutions for your needs, it’s crucial to think about all aspects of comfort and safety that might be relevant to the person or people you’re caring for. For instance, a lot of elderly individuals, and disabled people with limited mobility can suffer from a range