Real Stories from Real People
Most people are left on their own when it comes to figuring out how to get the pressure off. Below are videos of people who discovered Jewell Nursing Solutions and The Bedsore Rescue Cushion.
People were so happy with our products and services, they asked to be interviewed.
Charles’s Story
Charles spent 6 months on his back in the hospital. He developed a bedsore on his buttocks that hurt like hell. His caregivers had nothing to offer that could relieve the pressure and the pain until his wife Susan found The Bedsore Rescue Cushion (formally called The Backbone).
Donna’s Story
“Gwen helped us figure out how to use the wedge to be able to lift her up enough so that we could get her off those pressure sores. It gave them an opportunity to heal. ”
Story of Kristen, the Wound Care Nurse
Kristen works for a Northern California Hospital. She discusses her experience with wedges before and after The Bedsore Rescue Cushion.
More customer reviews
Really helped with a bed sore
These pillows do exactly what they are supposed to do. My mother is paralyzed and not being turned anywhere near as much as needed. Except for washing and changing her, these pillows stand in as her CNA. Even in the supine position, when she's sleeping, they relieve pressure from her back. I have shown the CNA's how they're to be placed, and the pictures are posted behind her bed. The P.T. staff is impressed and so am I. They're a keeper. Wish more hospitals and nursing homes would use them. Thanks Gwen!
Stops pressure sores from developing on my son’s spine, THANK YOU!!
The wedge covers are not just helpful in keeping the wedge clean, but the pattern is cute and the fabric is soft. I am completely satisfied with my purchase.
My mom has been fighting the battle with bed sores. having difficulty sleeping dealing with a lot of pain, and this is given her quite a bit of relief. My daughter bought all three variations, and they all worked wonders, especially the wedge. I bought an extra one for her wheelchair because it seems to give her more relief than all of the fancy pillows we’ve invested in.
Got this for my mom as she is in bed most of the time. She loves it so much, she wants another for the other side.
Hello, Leon -
Thank you for writing us. We are so pleased that your mom loves her new Bedsore Rescue Positioning Wedge. It truly makes our day when we hear from happy customers such as yourself (and mom)!
Very Sincerely,
Gwen and Caroline
My mother is in a nursing home and developed an open bedsore. I got the rescue pillow and use for a short period of time, my mom’s wound has healed and closed. I am so thankful for Gwen Bedsore Pillow that it has helped my mom. I am working as a registered nurse and I would recommend this pillow to anyone who needs it.
Hi gals!! I’m back in Florida! Now for two weeks.
Mom's heel is actually getting better! They finally debrided it at home! Dr. T said she couldn’t believe hospital didn’t debride as gwen said. But her foot is on the mend. My mom is like a damn walking miracle. Thanks again for your help & all the footbed pillow.
As for heel offloading, After seeing so many of these heel protectors sitting on the windowsill, on the floor, not on the patient properly, we took a different route.
I did a down and dirty study and realized we had extremely poor compliance for a variety of reasons using those styled heel off loaders- roughly 30%!. (not to mention, most patients didn't like them due to heat and/or being cumbersome)
So in an effort to be more financially conscious, environmentally conscious, and get higher compliance rate, we moved to a Jewell Heel bed. (they are reusable and ultimately cheaper than paying for two of those heel protectors)
Happy to report we now have nearly 100% compliance rate and haven't had a heel pressure injury since we started using them. And dang, they are so much easier to work with. Granted it did take some time getting the vascular and podiatry MDs on board because they are so used to using those heel protectors like Medline's.
Helped get rid of bedsore. SO THANKFUL/
Their great been a quadriplegic 33 years best I've had so far
Kevin, so glad our All Purpose Pillow is working for you! ❤️
Bedsore Rescue® Pillow Wedge For Tailbone Sacrum Buttocks - STANDARD SIZE
Great product. My husband had a serious sacrum bedsore and within the short time frame we have been using the pillow I have seen good improvement.
Hello, Kay!
We are so pleased to hear that the Bedsore Rescue cushion is helping. Please reach out with questions if any arise.
Best,
The Bedsore Rescue Team
The Bedsore Rescue All Purpose Bolster Pillow is an excellent product and very well made. Very durable, lightweight and does the job.
Hard to find this type of pillow in the market specific to pressure injury reduction. Thank you for providing this wonderful product.
Thank you, Tim!
We aim to please and our products are developed with that in mind. Much research and hands-on experience helped to create our All Purpose pillow. We're so glad to hear it's working for you.
Happy New Year!
This pillow keeps our family member from slipping down in the hospital bed. It was recommended by our occupational therapist.
Hello, Ted-
Thank you for the review. We are very happy to hear it is working out for you and your loved one.
Have not received it yet but did get 1 last year and found it very useful in many ways
Glad that it's helping so much that you've ordered another!
The wedge cusion has been a game changer for caring for my mom. She was always complaining that her bottom hurt no matter how many pillows I used. Now she has no pain with the bedsore rescue wedge and no pressure sores. Thank you for making a much needed product. I want to thank Gwen for being so nice and helpful when I talked to her on the phone.
Thank you David I'm so happy to hear your mom feels better. It does my heart good too!
Gwen
I'm happy to say this pillow is awesome. It's very versatile w/ positioning my patient. I would consider purchasing another pillow in future. I would highly recommend this pillow.
Thank you Robin! We are glad to hear it's working out for you.
I bought this for my father to use at his retirement home. He has caregivers looking after him and they place it for him when they reposition him. According to them, it is working well and helping to alleviate pressure on his back, and therefore helping with the redness/bed sores as well. I definitely recommend them!
Hello, Louise! We're happy to know that the wedge is helping to alleviate redness and bedsores. The proof is in the pudding. Please feel free to contact us if you need additional assistance or need answers to any questions you might have.
We tried different pillows for my husband who is in a hospital bed. None of them were good enough until we found this pillow. It is perfect for him. I would definitely recommend it. He also uses the Wedge and the Footbed Heel Floatation Cushion for night sleeping.
Hi, Brenda!
Thanks so much for the great review. We are happy to know that the pillow, wedge, Footbed are working for your husband. It's why we do what we do. Please let us know if you have any questions. We're here to help.
Best,
Caroline
It has helped my mom’s sore so much. Well worth it. Thanks
Great to hear this! Glad it's working.
Was happy to get this product as I have been using towels under my 98yr old mother’s legs to elevate her heels. The product itself is well made, soft and has a well or trough around the three sides. Her heels fit perfectly in there and her feet rests perfectly against the material. The only change I would make to this is to have one that’s wider for those who like to or need a wider spread to their legs. Excellent product! I’m glad I have it.
I purchased this pillow for my Dad who has been dealing with bedsores. After a week, his RN let me know it’s healing very well. He was surprised since it had been a while getting it under control. It’s worth the investment and my Dad is much happier and comfortable!