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USEFUL INFORMATION

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Looking after your skin 

  • Use warm water and soap substitute to wash your skin, eg. Hydromol© (widely available from pharmacies and online)  

  • Gently pat the skin dry, do not rub  

  • Try and make small position changes every 2 hours and take the weight off your bottom every 15 minutes when you are seated  

  • Check your skin once a day looking for any changes to appearance or texture  

DO NOT 

  • Use soap or shower gel as these can change the natural pH of the skin  

  • Use baby or wet wipes or creams such as Sudocrem©, Metanium©,Drapolene© or Conotrane©  

  • Place absorbent square pads on the bed especially if using an airflow mattress as they can affect the way the mattress works  

Remember you’re not alone 

You can always reach out to your GP surgery and our District Nursing team are here to help 

01443 444069 

Walking Wiser 

If you use a walking aid, get it checked regularly 

  • You and your walking aid may be suitable for a falls ‘MOT’ from the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Falls Prevention Team 

Weekly Checklist: 

  • Home safety check 

  • Exercise  

  • Drink water 

  • Healthy meals 

  • Foot check 

  • Eyes & Ears check 

  • Medication review 

  • Walking 

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