Pressure Sores, Bed Sores also known as Decubitus Ulcers Can be Treated and Cured

Written by Adam Peck Category: Elder Law January 26th, 2013 1 min read

Bed Sores Can Be Prevented

Pressure sores, Bed Sores also known as Decubitus Ulcers can be treated, and often cured, by adjusting the patient’s position regularly. They are most often caused by sitting in the same position for extended periods of time, which ultimately impedes blood flow to the affected areas.

Once the patient has been repositioned, the wound must be cleaned and properly dressed to prevent further infection. It’s a fairly straightforward system of care, but if left untreated, pressure sores can extend deep into the tissue, leaving an open wound. In severe cases, the wound will extend to the muscle, tendon, or bone.

What to do if Bed Sores Appear on a Nursing Home Resident

Unfortunately, though the steps of treatment are uncomplicated, negligent nursing homes fail to provide this care to residents, which ultimately results in the patient’s death. If you or a loved one is in a situation involving nursing home negligence, you may feel that help is beyond reach.

Our Peck Law Group nursing home abuse and neglect attorneys have handled hundreds of cases and have fought relentlessly on behalf of mistreated patients, and we will help you!!!

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Written by Adam Peck

Expertise: Personal Injury

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.