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How do patients with spinal injury or recovering from spinal surgery turn in bed?
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Care takers: Care takers log roll them frequently to avoid bed sores from pressure on insensate areas.
Answered 12/25/2012
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Using assistance : If they are unable to turn due to loss of spinal cord function, then it is best to have an air mattress to avoid pressure sores. Otherwise they can use assistance of an aid, nurse or family member or their arm strength if the injury level is below the neck. If the mobility is restricted due to pain, then pain control is important.
Answered 12/26/2012
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