Bed sores

Here, a physician takes you through the different stages, risk factors and complications related to bedsores, and shares some tips to help them heal.

Prev post1 of 3Next A bed sore, also known as a pressure sore or pressure ulcer, is an open wound on the skin that is common among people who are confined to their bed or a wheelchair for extended periods of time. One of the main causes of bed sores is undue pressure and friction

Pressure sores, also called bedsores, tend to form in people who require help to change positions. Here, learn how to spot them and what to do next.

This infographic explains the four stages of bed sores also known as pressure ulcers which is the breakdown of skin when patients are on bedrest or immobile for long periods of time and are not repositioned properly or often enough.

Pressure Wound Stages

As a dementia caregiver, taking care of Mom's skin is getting to be a challenge. Here are tips and ideas for good home skin care treatments.

Pressure ulcers (bed sores) are often considered a sign of poor care or neglect, but these painful wounds can happen to any senior. Prevention and early detection are crucial for keeping an elder's skin healthy.

Bed sores are not difficult to detect, and this means you can treat them quickly before they get worse.