Pressure Ulcers

Wound Care Surgeons provide wound assessment and treatment services to patients who are suffering from chronic or difficult-to-heal wounds, also provide individualized care to Pressure ulcers which is also known as decubitus ulcers, pressure wound, pressure sores and bedsores these are primarily caused due to skin infection, injuries to the skin or because of prolonged underlying pressure on the skin tissues. Infection is the most common and major complication of Decubitus or pressure ulcer and happens to the patients, who confined to bed or sits on wheelchair for longer hours and pressure sores can often occur on tailbone, buttocks, spine, or back of legs Heels, lower back, elbows, inner knees, these are the pressure areas that are likely to develop sores or ulcers.

Symptoms of pressure ulcers

Pressure ulcers/ wounds can affect any part of the body that's put under pressure. They're most common on bony parts of the body, such as the heels, elbows, hips, ankles, and base of the spine. This condition is common among people who are older and have decreased mobility and fragile skin.

Get medical advice immediately if there is:

·         Part of the skin becoming discolored

·         Pale skin with red patches

·         Dark Skin turns into purple or blue patches

·         Discolored patches not turning white/light when pressed

·         A patch of skin that feels warm, thicker, unhealthier sometimes spongier

·         Pain or itchiness in the affected area

·         Skin irritation and infection

·         External and internal breakage of body tissues

·         Red, swollen skin

·         Pus coming from the pressure ulcer or wound

What we Offer

WoundCare Surgeons has got your back when it comes to effective wound care and specialized . Our specialist physician provides the best 24/7 support services at your bedside and you don’t have to spend so much time in finding the best wound care centers. Our healthcare services includes risk assessment, skin monitoring and we are using preventative measures, such as keeping patients infected area clean and dry, using regular repositioning activity, mobility and range of motion providing them adequate intake of protein and calories. Get in touch with us and avail timely precautions and minimize the risk of developing pressure ulcer and minimize complications in patients who already exhibiting symptoms.