Pressure Injuries
Pressure injuries develop when prolonged pressure reduces blood flow to the skin and underlying tissue. These wounds often occur in patients with limited mobility.
Common Symptoms
- Skin redness or discoloration
- Open sores or wounds
- Pain or tenderness
- Drainage
Common Locations
- Sacrum (tailbone area)
- Heels
- Hips (trochanter)
- Ischial tuberosities (sitting bones)
- Ankles
Risk Factors
- Limited mobility
- Prolonged bedrest
- Poor nutrition
- Advanced age
Treatment Approach
- Pressure offloading strategies
- Debridement when clinically appropriate
- Advanced wound dressings
- Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) when indicated
- Ultramist therapy when debridement is not tolerated
- Infection monitoring and management