Bedsores

Bed or pressure sores form when prolonged pressure damages the skin and underlying tissue. Midwest Wellness and Wound Care provides both treatment and prevention-focused care for these wounds. Services include gentle wound cleaning, protective dressings, and personalized prevention plans with caregiver education on repositioning and skin protection. Families and caregivers seeking expert help with bedsores can schedule a consultation by calling Midwest Wellness and Wound Care or requesting an appointment online. 

What are bed sores?

Bed sores, also called pressure ulcers, develop when skin and underlying tissues press against a surface for too long. This constant pressure limits blood flow, which can damage the skin and slow healing. They most often form on the:

• Back
• Heels
• Hips
• Buttocks
• Tailbone

People with limited mobility who spend long periods in bed or a chair face the highest risk of developing bed sores. This includes older adults, patients recovering from surgery, and those with chronic illness or nerve damage.

Moisture, poor nutrition, and fragile skin can further increase the chance of bed sores forming or worsening over time.

How are bed sores evaluated and treated?

Midwest Wellness and Wound Care’s expert bed sore care is available at home and on-site.

Every visit starts with a careful wound assessment. Your provider examines the skin, measures any open areas, and looks for signs of infection or pressure damage. They gently cleanse existing wounds and dress them to protect the area and support healing.

Preventing bed sores is just as important as treating them. Ongoing pressure can quickly turn mild skin irritation into a serious wound, so the team creates prevention plans tailored to each patient’s needs and environment, reducing the risk of new sores forming.

The team also guides caregivers on safe repositioning schedules to reduce pressure on vulnerable areas. Education includes proper use of cushions, mattress supports, and heel protectors, as well as learning to spot early warning signs such as redness, warmth, or skin changes so they can take action quickly.

What issues can complicate bed sore care?

Some patients, especially older adults or those with certain medical conditions, have fragile skin that tears easily. These wounds may not be deep, but they can be painful and slow to heal. Fragile skin requires extra care to prevent further damage during treatment.

The team uses gentle cleaning methods and moisture-balanced dressings that protect delicate tissue without causing irritation. Soft protective coverings help shield the area from friction and pressure.

Another issue is infection. At each visit, your provider checks for redness, swelling, drainage, or odor, then works with your doctor to arrange testing and treatment.

Call Midwest Wellness and Wound Care to request a bed sore evaluation or request a consultation online today.