Dear We talk a lot in this space about the treatment of heel pressure ulcers. But recently, we've noticed the conversation shifting. Of course, we still want to treat heel pressure ulcers, but many facilities are stepping up their efforts to prevent them as well. The change in CMS regulations regarding payment for hospital acquired pressure ulcers were certainly a catalyst for the conversation, but it seems as though more and more facilities are taking up the cause, better late than never.
This month's article gives a good description of developing a full-scale pressure ulcer prevention program. It's an undertaking that is vital to any facility, and not one to be taken lightly.
But there is one thing that you can do that has been helping patients prevent heel pressure ulcers for over 30 years. The Heelift® Suspension Boot redistributes pressure up the calf, floating the heel completely.
We'd like to take this opportunity to invite you to see for yourself. Fill out the Sample Request Form below, and see how the Heelift can help your at-risk patients.
The easiest heel pressure ulcer to treat is the one you prevent. The Heelift can help you do that.
Do you have a success story with the Heelift and your facility's heel pressure ulcer prevention program? See the Testimonials link below. We'd love to hear from you.
Sincerely, Denis B. Drennan, MD President, DM Systems Inc.
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention Program: A Journey
Barbara Delmore, PhD, RN, CWCN, AAPWCA; Sarah Lebovits, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, CWOCN, DAPWCA;Philip Baldock, RN;Barbara Suggs, BSN, RN and Elizabeth A. Ayello, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CWON, MAPWCA, FAAN 
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' regulations regarding nonpayment for hospital-acquired conditions such as pressure ulcers have prompted a marked increase in focus on preventive care. This hospital also used the change in payment policy as an opportunity to strengthen their pressure ulcer prevention practices.
In this article, the authors discuss their unique approach to lowering pressure ulcer prevalence.
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 | "[The Heelift] keeps the weight off constantly - doesn't move like a pillow - always protects. Very easy to use. Stays in place. 100% off-loads. Stays neat and clean. Easy on, off."
Albert LaRocca, DPM Bethpage, NY
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