| 摘要 |
<p>A wound on a limb such as a leg ulcer or pressure sore is monitored by measuring external physical parameters acting on the limb, the external physical parameters having an influence on wound healing. The parameters include pressure, temperature, motion and tilt. The parameters may be measured by a portable monitoring device 40 having a main housing unit 60 attachable to a compression bandage 67. Pressure 41 and temperature 411 sensors are incorporated into pads placed in the region of the wound. These sensors have a wired or wireless connection to the main unit 60. Motion 42 and inclination sensor 43 may be incorporated into the housing unit, which also has a display 45. The monitoring device 40 may include electrodes to apply electrotherapy to the wound. The monitoring of pressure, tilt and movement acting on a wounded limb allows the pressure applied by a compression dressing 67, the elevation of the limb by the patient, and the exercise of the limb by the patient to be checked.</p> |
