Pressure Care

Pressure sores (now being referred to as pressure injuries) are areas of skin and deeper tissue that have been damaged from constant pressure or friction due to reduced mobility and is usually associated with the overweight and older population or those who are confined to a bed or chair for long periods. Due to the nature of pressure sores, they can be difficult to treat and in some cases lead to serious complications and other health issues including infection of the blood, bone and join infections, abscess and cancer.  There are a number of prevention methods and treatments for pressure sores for both the individual and their carer.