EPUAP Workshops

Organizers: Natalie McEvoy (Ireland)

Date: 9th September 2026
Time: 15:10- 16:25 PM
Location: Dodders Hall 5B

Organizers: Dominique Sigaudo Roussel (France), Natalie McEvoy (Ireland)

Date: 9th September 2026
Time: 17:00–18:15 PM
Location: Dodders Hall 5A

Organizers: Pete Worsley (UK) Aglecia Budri (Ireland)

Date: 10th September 2026
Time: 08:30–09:30 AM
Location: Exhibition area

This repositioning workshop provides a practical overview of key strategies for preventing pressure ulcers. It begins with a short introduction to core concepts, including bed and seated repositioning, guideline recommendations, and the impact of pressure, shear, and friction. Participants will then rotate through hands-on stations focused on repositioning in bed and sitting, enabling application of individualised techniques. The session also explores the role of posture, technology, and biofeedback in supporting self-management. A final Q&A allows for discussion and clarification of key principles.

Learning outcomes:

1. Understand the key principles of repositioning when sitting and lying.
2. Apply guideline-recommended, individualised repositioning strategies for at-risk individuals.
3. Exploring how posture effects interface pressure and strategies to minimise harmful loads.

The general structure of the workshop will be:

1. Short introduction (approx. 10 minutes)
   A brief overview of key repositioning concepts, including bed and seated strategies. This can include highlighting the newer guideline recommendations. Implications on pressure, shear and friction when moving an individual and the postures which can be adopted. We could also include the potential role of technology in monitoring posture and mobility, highlighting the importance of biofeedback to support self-management and personalised care.
2. Practical component (approx. 40 minutes)
   Two 20-minute rotating stations:

• Repositioning in bed (Aglécia Budri and Silvia Caggiari)
• Repositioning in sitting (Pete and Aylward-Wotton)

3. Final Q&A (approx. 10 minutes)

Organizer: Jan Kottner (Germany)
Speakers: Zena Moore, Pinar Avsar, Katrin Balzer, Jan Kottner

Date: 10th September 2026
Time: 11:20- 12:20
Location: Dodders Hall 5B

Brief description

For many years the EPUAP supports the development of the International Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries: Clinical Practice Guideline. Clinical practice guidelines provide recommendations to inform clinical decision making. However, to improve patient care and outcomes, guideline recommendations need to be implemented and practice must be changed. This workshop will discuss strategies and methods, how to translate guideline content into clinical practice.

Learning outcomes

After the workshop the attendees will be able to:

• explain, what a guideline recommendation is
• describe strategies and methods how guideline recommendations can be implemented
• name factors, that influence the behavior of clinicians

Organizer: Helen Strapp (Ireland)

Title: Enhancing Wound Healing: Wound Assessment & Dressing Options

Date: 10th September 2026
Time: 16:45–18:00 PM
Location: Dodders Hall 5B

Objectives:

• Understand comprehensive wound assessment. 
• Identify appropriate dressing types for various wound types 
• Apply knowledge through hands-on activities and case studies 

Interactive activity: 

• Divide participants into small groups 
• Provide each group with wound scenario cards 
• Groups assess the wound and present their findings 

Dressing Selection Principles  

•  Factors influencing dressing choice: wound type, exudate level, infection risk, patient comfort 
•  Present different case studies with patient histories and wound images 
•  Groups recommend assessment and dressing plan 
•  Group presentations and facilitator feedback 

Organizers: Helen Strapp (Ireland), Steven Smet (Belgium)

Day: 11th September 2026
Time: 9:00- 10:15 AM
Location: Dodders Hall 5B