Where on the body are bedsores most likely to develop?
Bedsores develop due to constant pressure and lack of circulation. For this reason, the most common areas for a bedsore to develop are “bony” areas that bear a patient’s weight when the patient is lying in bed or sitting in a wheelchair. These areas include:
- Lower back or tailbone
- Hips
- Buttocks
- Heels
- Back of the head and ears
- Elbows
Because many of these areas are often covered by a nightgown or adult incontinence brief, they are not usually visible to visitors. For this reason, many family members are shocked when they learn – often too late – that their loved one has developed a stage 3 or stage 4 bedsore at a hospital or nursing facility.
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What can I do to prevent this from happening?
When is a bedsore the result of neglectful care?
What can I do if I think my loved one developed a pressure sore because of neglect?
Disclaimer: The information on this site is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the medical information is intended to be a substitute for professional medical judgment. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.
