Pressure Sores Resources

Pressure sores are areas of damaged skin caused by staying in one position for too long. They commonly form where the bones are close to the skin, such as ankles, back, elbows, heels and hips. People who have difficulty changing positions are at risk for pressure sores. Pressure sores can cause serious infections, some of which are life-threatening. 

Resource:

• MedlinePlus
• Craig Hospital:
  • Skin Care & Pressure Sores Part 1: Causes and Risks of Pressure Sores (PDF)
  • Skin Care & Pressure Sores Part 2: Preventing Pressure Sores (PDF) 
  • Skin Care & Pressure Sores: Part 3: Recognizing and Treating Pressure Sores(PDF)
  • Skin Care & Pressure Sores Supplement: Building Skin Tolerance for Pressure (PDF) 
  • Skin Care & Pressure Sores Supplement: How to Do Pressure Reliefs (Weight Shifts) (PDF)
  • Skin Care & Pressure Sores Supplement: Stages of Pressure Sores: Illustrations (PDF)
  • Skin Tool Box
  • Skin Care: Bed and Mattress