Decubitus Ulcers also known as Pressure Sores and Bed Sores Occur Due to Unnecessary Pressure On the Skin

Written by Adam Peck Category: Bed Sores January 23rd, 2013 1 min read

Decubitus ulcers are also known under the names of pressure sores or bedsores. A person ends up with pressure ulcers after suffering an injury to the skin and the underlying tissue. The injuries usually occur due to pressure on the skin which lasts for a long period of time. In a majority of pressure ulcer cases, these injuries on the skin usually occur in places of the body where the skin covers the bony areas of the body. These places are heels, ankles, hips and especially buttocks.

Every person can end up suffering from decubitus ulcers also known as pressure sores and bed sores, but many elderly and / or dependent adults have medical conditions which makes them unable to move a lot and change positions. These individuals dependent on someone else to care for them are significantly more prone to developing Decubitus ulcers also known as pressure sores and bed sores.

– from Steven Peck, Senior Attorney at Peck Law Group

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Adam J. Peck, ESQ is a principal with Peck Law Group, APC. In 2008, Mr. Adam Peck received his Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. His practice is primarily dedicated to representing Elders, Dependent Adults, along with their loved ones and family members, who have suffered horrific personal injuries.