>On additional factor to consider is frequently allowing your blood to
freely
>flow to the areas of the buttocks by changing your positions as often as
>possible. You can do this as Davej says, or if you can lift yourself up by
>your arms while in the chair, do that every fifteen minutes or so for as
long
>as you can. If the redness becomes a rash, I use Lotrosone Cream, which is
an
>antibiotic and cortisone, Rx.
>
>Also, if this persists, do have your seating arraignment evaluated by a PT
or
>OT, using their computer assisted seating analyzer to check for HOT Spots.
>They may recommend another type of seat cushion, or adjust the one you are
>using with pads strategically placed.
>
>I try to change my position every time I think about it. Don't want those
>smelly sores, or lengthy stays in the hospital. You are right to be so
>concerned.
>
>Bob from Houston
>
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