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Pressure ulcers are localised injuries of the skin or underlying tissue that can occur as a result of pressure – either alone or in combination with friction and shearing forces and/or an adverse microclimate. Stage 1 and 2 pressure ulcers, also referred to as superficial pressure ulcers, have the highest incidence rate and therefore pose a big challenge to patients and healthcare facilities. In combination with pressure, these types of injuries are typically caused by friction and shear. Thin h