Prolonged Complete Immobility - Prevention and Treatment

Course overview

The human body thrives on movement and suffers when movement is not possible. A patient who cannot move is at risk for developing serious complications that require complex care. Complete and prolonged immobility can cause serious health problems and deteriorating health, including serious complications. Some of the more common and important complications include pressure sores, venous thrombi, bone loss and muscle wasting, contractures and lung infections and pulmonary complications. Preventive care is vital to avoid these conditions from developing. Prevention is far more effective than treating the condition after it has developed.