Should I worry about pressure sores on my feet while in my standing frame?

Andy · 09-29-2003, 12:06 PM

I am wondering if I should be concerned about getting a pressure sore on the bottoms of my feet while using my standing frame. I would like to use it just with socks on, but if necessary I have a pair of shoes that I know are real comfy that I can use if necessary. Any history of people getting pressure sores from standing too long?

wazabiker · 09-29-2003, 01:43 PM

I was advised not to use my standing frame without shoes and sox. Your feet need the cushioning from both. So don't bare all while standing. Your feet will love you for it. Have a great time with the standing frame, it's a wonderful tool for us.

SWEETIEheart · 09-29-2003, 01:45 PM

You should always wear shoes while standing in your standing frame.

To do an illustration of what our muscles without tension is now like:
Press your fist(the knuckes) into the top of your other hand. The top of your other hand is like the "muscles" we have now..without tension and "cushion". The knuckles symbolize your bones pressing on the muscles and skin.

Wear shoes with good support (such as tennis shoes). I stand for 2+ hours almost everyday. I'm 3 years post injury and have never had a problem with any type of pressure sores.

Brad_D · 09-29-2003, 01:52 PM

I can only speak for myself, and I've never had a problem with and without shoes. Just check your feet and ankles after you stand for any pressure points. It's just like sitting, you need to check for any pressure points on a regular basis. If everything's looks ok then you shouldn't have much to worry about.

Cris · 09-29-2003, 01:53 PM

YES. Always worry about presure sores!

Brad_D · 09-29-2003, 01:57 PM

BTW Andy, how long do you stand and how are your feet afterwards?

Andy · 09-29-2003, 02:16 PM

Thanks for the tips guys. Brad, I just got the thing, but so far about an hour or so each time. I have no idea what my feet look like, never checked them (I probably should, huh?

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Brad_D · 09-29-2003, 02:38 PM

It probably would be a good idea.

mjhopper · 09-29-2003, 03:11 PM

Andy,

I have a Levo standing wheelchair and I found that when wearing regular shoes I would develope pressure sores, I found a type of shoe slipper that has memory foam innersoles. Be careful wearing atheletic shoes.
MJ

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Originally posted by *Andy*:

I am wondering if I should be concerned about getting a pressure sore on the bottoms of my feet while using my standing frame. I would like to use it just with socks on, but if necessary I have a pair of shoes that I know are real comfy that I can use if necessary. Any history of people getting pressure sores from standing too long?

SCI-Nurse · 09-29-2003, 07:34 PM

I would recommend not standing for more than 1 hour at a time, shoes or no shoes, and always wearing shoes regardless. Be sure to check for pressure areas after standing to be sure you have enough foot protection. You need to do a weight shift for your feet just like for your butt.

I have not seen pressure ulcers from use in standing frames, but I am old enough to remember the horrendeous pressure ulcers we used to see when people were not careful to release the foot plate after turning someone in a Circlolectric bed. You do not want these types of pressure ulcers.

(KLD)

09-29-2003, 12:06 PM	#1
Andy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 4,652	Should I worry about pressure sores on my feet while in my standing frame? I am wondering if I should be concerned about getting a pressure sore on the bottoms of my feet while using my standing frame. I would like to use it just with socks on, but if necessary I have a pair of shoes that I know are real comfy that I can use if necessary. Any history of people getting pressure sores from standing too long?

09-29-2003, 01:43 PM	#2
wazabiker Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Aiken, SC USA Posts: 2,039	To Bare or Not I was advised not to use my standing frame without shoes and sox. Your feet need the cushioning from both. So don't bare all while standing. Your feet will love you for it. Have a great time with the standing frame, it's a wonderful tool for us.

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09-29-2003, 01:45 PM	#3
SWEETIEheart Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 175	You should always wear shoes while standing in your standing frame. To do an illustration of what our muscles without tension is now like: Press your fist(the knuckes) into the top of your other hand. The top of your other hand is like the "muscles" we have now..without tension and "cushion". The knuckles symbolize your bones pressing on the muscles and skin. Wear shoes with good support (such as tennis shoes). I stand for 2+ hours almost everyday. I'm 3 years post injury and have never had a problem with any type of pressure sores.

09-29-2003, 01:52 PM	#4
Brad_D Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 558	I can only speak for myself, and I've never had a problem with and without shoes. Just check your feet and ankles after you stand for any pressure points. It's just like sitting, you need to check for any pressure points on a regular basis. If everything's looks ok then you shouldn't have much to worry about.

09-29-2003, 01:53 PM	#5
Cris Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Melbourne, FL USA Posts: 1,297	YES. Always worry about presure sores!

09-29-2003, 01:57 PM	#6
Brad_D Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 558	BTW Andy, how long do you stand and how are your feet afterwards?

09-29-2003, 02:16 PM	#7
Andy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 4,652	Thanks for the tips guys. Brad, I just got the thing, but so far about an hour or so each time. I have no idea what my feet look like, never checked them (I probably should, huh? )

09-29-2003, 02:38 PM	#8
Brad_D Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 558	It probably would be a good idea.

09-29-2003, 07:34 PM	#10
SCI-Nurse Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: USA Posts: 41,333	I would recommend not standing for more than 1 hour at a time, shoes or no shoes, and always wearing shoes regardless. Be sure to check for pressure areas after standing to be sure you have enough foot protection. You need to do a weight shift for your feet just like for your butt. I have not seen pressure ulcers from use in standing frames, but I am old enough to remember the horrendeous pressure ulcers we used to see when people were not careful to release the foot plate after turning someone in a Circlolectric bed. You do not want these types of pressure ulcers. (KLD)