Mary Zeigler, MS

Mary Zeigler, MS

Mary Zeigler, MS

Clinical Nurse Specialist, Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Mary Zeigler is a clinical nurse specialist at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and an Instructor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. She is an acknowledged expert in effectively communicating the importance of avoiding pressure sores, and in teaching techniques for early identification and prevention of pressure sores.

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Experts / Expert Topics

Preventing Bedsores (Pressure Ulcers)

What is a pressure sore?

What are the causes of pressure sores in people with spinal cord injuries?

Why are pressure sores so serious?

What is “sepsis,” and why is it dangerous?

How common are pressure sores in people with spinal cord injuries?

Why are people with paralysis especially prone to pressure sores?

What parts of the body are most likely to develop pressure sores?

Is it true that a pressure sore can develop in a few hours?

What’s the best way to do daily skin inspections?

What are the most important things for someone with a spinal cord injury to do to prevent pressure sores?

Why is pressure relief so important when sitting in a wheelchair?

What’s the best way to select a wheelchair seat cushion?

What’s important to know about positioning in bed to prevent pressure sores?

What is “skin tolerance” and how can it be increased?

What do family members and caregivers need to know about pressure sores?

What do family members and caregivers need to do to prevent pressure sores?

What role does diet and hydration play in preventing pressure sores among people with spinal cord injuries?

What are the six stages of a pressure sore and how are they treated?

When is surgical repair of a pressure sore required?

How long is the typical healing time for a pressure sore?

Why do some pressure sores take so long to heal?

Can a pressure sore recur?

What is cellulitis, and how is it treated?

What’s the most important thing to do to prevent pressure sores?