​Pressure sore prevention

Prevention of pressure sores

Sore Prevention and Response

Pressure ulcers, also commonly referred to as bedsores or bedsores, are injuries to the skin and underlying tissue that occur due to prolonged and constant pressure applied to any part of the skin.

This constant pressure prevents normal blood circulation, leading to an insufficient supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells, causing them to disappear and consequently the skin to break down.

These sores are not only painful but, if left untreated, can lead to serious complications.

Prevention of bed sores concerns all patients who remain motionless for long hours in bed and includes:

• Regular skin check
• Skin care
• Use of special ointments
• Frequent change of the patient's position
• Use of a variable pressure mattress (air mattress or "advance mattress").