Turning and repositioning
Scheduled, gentle repositioning routines that safeguard skin integrity, improve circulation, and prevent bed sores.
About This Care Service
Bed-bound seniors and individuals with limited physical mobility require frequent, scheduled repositioning to protect delicate skin and maintain respiratory wellness. Our attentive caregivers provide gentle, methodical repositioning on a regular 2-hour schedule to prevent pressure injuries and maximize physical comfort.
Scheduled repositioning support includes
- Routine 2-hour turning schedules adhering to physical therapy and nursing guidelines.
- Use of supportive pillows, wedges, and pressure-relieving cushions for spinal alignment.
- Careful visual inspection of pressure points including heels, sacrum, hips, and elbows.
- Gentle skin moisturizing and keeping bed linens smooth, dry, and wrinkle-free.
- Encouraging deep breathing and gentle passive limb movement during repositioning.
Safeguarding physical comfort and health
- Preventing painful pressure ulcers and costly hospital interventions.
- Improving systemic blood circulation and muscle relaxation.
- Detailed logs documenting turning times, side positions, and skin observations.
- Empowering seniors to rest comfortably throughout the day and night.
Ready to arrange turning and repositioning?
Speak directly with our care team to match your loved one with a vetted caregiver from our own network of licensed CNAs and HHAs.