To assess the effectiveness of pressure relieving beds, mattresses and cushions (support surfaces) in the prevention and treatment of pressure sores
To assess the effectiveness of pressure relieving beds, mattresses and cushions (support surfaces) in the prevention and treatment of pressure sores
To assess the effects of pressure-relieving support surfaces in the treatment of pressure ulcers.
To assess the effects of reactive air beds, mattresses or overlays compared with any support surface on the incidence of pressure ulcers in any population in any setting.
To assess the effects of dressings and topical agents for healing pressure ulcers in any care setting.