Obesity in Elderly increases Risk of Bed Sores

Written by Adam Peck Category: Bed Sores May 20th, 2013 1 min read

Obesity in the elderly increases risk of bed sores.

Obesity increased for elderly residents in long term care facilities over the last decade and has been associated with higher risks of pressure ulcers among long-stay residents.

The relationship between obesity and bed sores rise as long term residents become more obese. Statistically, the odds of pressure ulcers were 18.9% higher for residents with moderate or severe obesity than for non-obese residents.

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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.