Cessation of smoking, weight control, a nutritious diet and maintaining mobility are beneficial. A pressure sore is an area of damaged skin and tissue caused by unrelieved pressure, shear or friction, typically sustained during long periods of bed or chair rest during illness or disability. Treatment is aimed towards prevention, including relief of the pressure and avoidance of friction and shear forces. There are many pressure relieving aids available and methods of care aimed at prevention. Damaged skin should be covered with suitable dressing.
Pressure sores do happen in spite the care of dedicated nurses.
Prevention is the most important step as in most diseases. Treatment is directed at relieving pressure and local wound dressings.