Olive oil reduced pressure ulcer development by 44% compared to other treatments, based on four high-quality clinical trials. It showed no safety concerns and may have shortened hospital stays—making it an effective, affordable option for people at risk of pressure injuries.

Researchers analyzed four randomized controlled trials (the gold standard for testing treatments) comparing olive oil to other products for preventing pressure ulcers. They assessed study quality and combined the results to see what actually works.

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