RCT of a lifestyle intervention for pressure ulcer prevention among adults with SCI

What is it about?

This article reports the findings of an RCT comparing a occupational therapy lifestyle intervention aimed at preventing pressure ulcers in community dwelling adults with spinal cord injury. The study found no significant differences in pressure ulcer outcome between the intervention and control arms. We explore some possible reasons for the null result in the discussion.

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Why is it important?

Pressure ulcers (pressure injuries) are a dangerous and costly secondary complication of spinal cord injury. Prevention of skin breakdown is paramount.