 | | Bed sores are one of the most frequent chronic wounds, which may significantly reduce the quality of life and | | | negatively affect general prognosis. Bed sore is also called a pressure sore, pressure ulcer, decubitus ulcer, or
dermal ulcer. A bed sore is a localized area of skin injury that develops when soft tissue is compressed between a
bony prominence and a hard surface for a long time.
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| | Bed sores usually develop from laying or sitting for a prolonged period without changing the body posture. For | | | those who are bed bound, pressure sores are most likely to form on or around the heels, the hip-bone, and the
lower back or tail bone. Pressure ulcers may also develop in a variety of other areas, including the spine, ankles,
knees, shoulders, and head, depending upon the position of the patient.
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