We can effectively manage wound care and contribute significantly to the complete healing process.
For many years we’ve worked with local wound care specialists and home health agencies to assist in the plan of care for each person affected by this situation. Wound pressure injuries have undergone various name changes in recent years. Previously referred to as pressure ulcers, decubitus ulcers, or bed sores, they are now commonly termed “pressure injuries.” Pressure injuries are characterized by the deterioration of skin integrity resulting from sustained, unrelieved pressure, typically when a bony part of the body makes contact with an external surface. These wounds signify the disruption of the normal structure and function of the skin and underlying tissues through various mechanisms and causes. The wound healing process is influenced by several factors, including infection, the presence of chronic conditions such as diabetes, aging, nutritional deficiencies, and impaired oxygen and blood circulation. Our goal is to provide a solid plan for healing and moving forward to not have reinjury by managing illness, encouraging healthy eating, proper movement and rotation of pressure.
Elderly and immobilized individuals face a higher risk of developing pressure (decubitus) ulcers, especially in the hip and buttock area, which accounts for approximately two-thirds of all pressure ulcers in long-term care. They tend to affect females slightly more than males. Pressure ulcers result from prolonged periods of repeated friction and shearing pressure on the skin covering bony prominences. Some intrinsic factors contributing to their development include:
- Reduced skin resilience
- Diminished blood flow
- Muscle atrophy
- Inadequate nutrition
- Moisture caused by fecal and/or urinary incontinence
We can provide assistance with:
- Wound vacs
- Wet to dry dressings
- Wound treatments
- Collaborating with wound care specialists
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