Pressure ulcers—also known as bedsores or pressure injuries—remain a persistent challenge in long-term care settings.

These wounds, often seen in bedridden, wheelchair-bound clients, aren’t just painful—they signal serious gaps in care quality. They damage skin integrity, diminish dignity, and raise costs for families and providers alike.

But with the introduction of SideLyer, a revolutionary repositioning support tool, facilities are experiencing up to a 10x reduction in pressure ulcers among immobile residents—and up to a 7x drop overall.

The Widespread Threat of Pressure Ulcers

According to the CDC’s National Nursing Home Survey, 11% of nursing home residents suffered from pressure ulcers. Stage 2 or higher ulcers—those that involve deeper skin and tissue breakdown—being the most common.

Vulnerable groups include residents with cerebral palsy, social mobility limitations, recent weight loss, or other conditions that prevent them from repositioning themselves.

Even today, these risks persist. Inconsistent repositioning, inadequate support devices, and overburdened staff contribute to pressure injuries that can be both preventable and devastating.

Why Traditional Methods Fall Short

Standard care strategies involve manually repositioning residents every two hours using pillows, foam wedges, or rolled towels. Unfortunately, these solutions:

• Rely on staff availability and training
• Often shift out of place, compromising posture
• Can introduce new pressure points - Aren’t designed for long-term postural stability

During overnight shifts or short staffing, the risk increases further—especially for bedridden patients or those with neurological impairments like cerebral palsy.

The SideLyer Solution: Precision Support for Immobile Residents

SideLyer changes the game.

Engineered with high-density medical foam, its lateral design offers ergonomic, stable repositioning for residents who cannot shift on their own.

The patented design prevents rolling back, reduces pressure on the sacrum, heels, and hips, and promotes airflow to maintain skin integrity.

It supports safe, consistent lateral positioning, improving comfort and eliminating the need for frequent, labor-intensive adjustments—perfect for both short-term recovery and long-term care settings.

Smarter Repositioning—Independent of Staffing Fluctuations

With SideLyer:

• Staff can reposition faster and with less effort
• Residents maintain proper posture longer
• Fewer overnight repositioning calls are needed
• Pressure ulcer prevention becomes more reliable

This consistency is critical for high-risk groups: people with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, stroke, or progressive conditions that reduce mobility.

Built for Real-World Clinical Needs

From pediatric to geriatric populations, SideLyer accommodates a wide variety of body types and mobility limitations. It’s a critical support device for patients who are: 

• Recovering from surgery or stroke
• Experiencing social immobility
• Wheelchair-dependent
• Losing weight or muscle mass

Its design directly addresses the root causes of pressure ulcers in these populations.

Results Backed by Real-World Data

Facilities using SideLyer have reported:

• 10x fewer pressure ulcers in immobile clients
• 7x fewer pressure ulcers in all clients
• Greater resident comfort
• Higher family satisfaction
• Improved staff morale

These results don’t just reflect better health—they reflect higher care quality, fewer hospitalizations, and fewer citations from oversight bodies.

A Cost-Saving Tool That Preserves Dignity

Advanced bedsores can cost $20,000–$70,000 per patient to treat.

These preventable costs include wound care, re-hospitalization, and regulatory penalties. SideLyer helps avoid these expenses by preventing the wounds from developing in the first place.

Even more importantly, it protects resident dignity—an often overlooked but deeply human benefit.

Benefits That Extend Beyond Skin

When residents are positioned correctly and consistently, the impact resonates throughout the entire care ecosystem.

• Fewer infections and hospital stays
• Improved CMS ratings and family reviews
• Reduced staff burnout from physical repositioning tasks
• Lower supply usage and treatment costs

Raising the Bar in Pressure Injury Prevention

The core takeaway? Pressure ulcers remain a critical threat, particularly for those with limited mobility, neuromuscular disorders, or cognitive decline. Traditional methods fall short. But SideLyer is changing the standard—making repositioning more effective, care more consistent, and outcomes more dignified.

Take the Next Step in Care Excellence

Whether you're a facility administrator, wound care nurse, or family caregiver, SideLyer gives you the tools to prevent pressure ulcers proactively, improve skin integrity, and support every resident with compassion and competence.

Learn more or request a demo at www.sidelyer.com.

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