Do you have anyone in your home or
anywhere around you who is bedridden or has decreased mujhe mobility? If yes,
then you must make sure that they don't develop pressure sores or bed sores.
WHAT ARE PRESSURE SORES?
It is any type of injury that happens to
your skin and underlying tissues due to prolonged pressure on a certain point.
It is commonly seen in people who are
bedridden and who can't move or change positions by themselves.
IS IT CURABLE?
Yes, it is but how much healing can
happen depends more or less on the degree of pressure sore or how deep it is.
If there is only some redness on the
skin due to constant pressure, it can be cured with changing position and
eliminating any pressure on it. But if the underlying structures that are
involved are damaged or visible or there is any foul smell, then the healing
takes time and complete recovery is questionable.
WHAT TO DO?
At home there can be two conditions,
either you want to cure pressure sore or prevent it. In both cases you need to
first change the patient position so that there is no further pressure on that
particular point. If using diapers, make sure they are checked frequently as
moisture further worsens the condition.
In case there is already a pressure
sore, inform the doctor incharge and prevent development of any other pressure
sore.
In hospitals, nursing staff should keep
a check on it and change positions every hour. Air mattress and water beds also
prove to be very beneficial in preventing bedsores.
Need more advice or treatment? Many
health care experts at Antarnaad are always here to help you out. Antarnaad is
a growing network of experienced physiotherapists, dietitians, nutritionists,
fitness trainers and Yoga experts providing treatment for all the conditions.
For more information visit our website www.antarnaad.net or call our
Consultant: Mb: 9899700187
