Identifying Factors That Influence Pressure Ulcers by Numerical Simulation and Experimentation Methods

Authors

  • He-Thong Bui Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Technology and Education – The University of Danang https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0700-0527
  • Le-Van Nguyen Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Technology and Education – The University of Danang
  • Anh-Ngoc Tran Ho Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Technology and Education – The University of Danang
  • Quang-Bang Tao Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Science and Technology – The University of Danang
  • Thanh-Nghi Ngo Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Science and Technology – The University of Danang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3991/ijoe.v16i11.13817

Keywords:

pressure ulcers (PUs), wheelchairs, numerical simulation, experimental, cushions

Abstract


This paper studies the factors that cause the development of pressure ulcers (PUs) and identify the prevention of pressure ulcers (PUs). After presenting the context of pressure ulcers (PUs), we will provide a summary of the causes of pressure ulcers (PUs) formation, which were published in the literature. Then, we will study the investigative processes using numerical simulations and experiments to evaluate the factors that influence the development of pressure ulcers (PUs). The purpose of this research will provide the preventive measures and appropriate treatments for people using a wheelchair or those with disabilities. The results of this study contribute to the prediction of factors that can cause pressure ulcers to improve comfort seating and the quality of life for people with disabilities.

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Published

2020-10-05

How to Cite

Bui, H.-T., Nguyen, L.-V., Tran Ho, A.-N., Tao, Q.-B., & Ngo, T.-N. (2020). Identifying Factors That Influence Pressure Ulcers by Numerical Simulation and Experimentation Methods. International Journal of Online and Biomedical Engineering (iJOE), 16(11), pp. 104–119. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijoe.v16i11.13817

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