Manual lymphatic drainage for bed sores in intensive care
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This study tests whether a gentle massage technique called manual lymphatic drainage can help heal bed sores on the lower back in intensive care patients. The massage aims to reduce swelling and improve blood flow to the sore area, which may speed up healing.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 or older
- You must be a patient in the anesthesia intensive care unit
- You must have a pressure injury (bed sore) on the sacrum (lower back near the tailbone)
- You must be willing to join the study voluntarily
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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