The PUPIS team has worked with at-risk individuals in care home settings for over two decades, identifying opportunities to prevent pressure ulcers through early intervention.
An in-depth observational study conducted at a large independent care home in Swansea provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing technology-driven immobility prevention solutions.
MoveTrak is an immobility tracking system designed to identify prolonged sitting periods among vulnerable individuals within their own home or care home settings.
Immobility is a primary contributor to pressure ulcers and other heath complications. Semi-mobile individuals, who spend prolonged periods in armchairs or wheelchairs, are often overlooked in care interventions. MoveTrak aims to empower users, carers, and healthcare professionals by providing real-time insights into sitting habits and postural changes, enabling timely interventions such as repositioning, equipment modifications or routine adjustments.
MoveTrak provides insights into the loading profile of the seating interface, enabling the detection of high-risk habitual postures and changes in position. This system promotes awareness and facilitates proactive interventions to prevent pressure ulcers developing and associated complications.