Understanding Prophylactic Dressings

Introduction

Explore the biomechanical principles behind pressure injury formation and the scientific rationale for prophylactic dressings in pressure injury prevention. This module, presented by Professor Amit Gefen, delves into tissue deformation mechanisms, cellular damage processes, and how multilayered dressings work to prevent pressure injuries through energy dissipation. Understanding these concepts is crucial for healthcare professionals making evidence-based decisions about preventive strategies.

Pre-requisites

None

What you will learn

Explain how mechanical forces and tissue deformation contribute to pressure injury development at both cellular and tissue levels
Analyse the concept of the "vicious cycle" in pressure injury formation and identify critical points for prevention intervention
Evaluate how multilayered prophylactic dressings function through frictional energy absorption to reduce tissue stress concentrations
Apply knowledge of dressing biomechanics to distinguish between beneficial and harmful friction in pressure injury prevention

Contributors

Professor Amit Gefen, PhD, Israel

About this educational activity

Prophylactic dressings - Understanding mechanisms and mode of action

Contributors:

Professor Amit Gefen, PhD, Israel