How Mobility and Positioning Can Improve Outcomes for Respiratory Patients
In the intensive care unit (ICU), where patients often face life-threatening conditions and complex treatments, the focus is typically on stabilizing vital signs and…
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Nurse-Led Vertical Mobility: Facilitating Optimal Patient Recovery
The negative effects of immobility are well documented. Immobility can have adverse consequences on various aspects of health, both short term and for years after hospital…
The Hidden Danger: How Lying Down Can Impact Intracranial Pressure
When it comes to our health, we often overlook the impact of seemingly mundane activities, such as lying down. However, for individuals with certain…
Podcast : Keeping “Up” With the Times. A Deep Dive Into the Benefits of Verticalization Therapy
Check out this amazing podcast episode of Kali Dayton’s Walking Home from the ICU where experts Dr. Nikki SanMiguel-Stephens DNP APRN FNP-C, NE-BC, Phillip…
Welcome Carlos A. Urrea MD, MPH to the Board of Directors
January 15, 2024 – Kreg Therapeutics, a manufacturer and service provider of innovative ICU hospital beds, is pleased to announce the appointment of Carlos…
9 Types of Patients That May Be Excluded From Mobilization Protocols
In the intensive care unit (ICU), patient mobilization may be restricted or limited based on various medical conditions and circumstances. The benefits of early…
Exploring 7 Benefits of Early Mobility for ECMO Patients
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving intervention for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure. While ECMO provides vital support to these critically…
Strategies for Reducing Days on Mechanical Ventilation
Mechanical ventilation is a life-saving intervention in critical care, but prolonged use can be associated with complications. Accelerating liberation from the ventilator not only…