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Are there natural remedies for decubitus ulcers/pressure sores?

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Dr. Scott Bolhack answered

Specializes in Wound care

Pressure Ulcers Rx: "natural" is an interesting description. Remember, pressure ulcers are caused by some form of pressure. There are three types of pressure injury: pressure itself, friction (rubbing of a skin area multiple times) and shearing (which can be superficial and cause skin tearing or deeper and cause a deep tissue injury). The best 'natural' remedy for pressure ulcers is to decrease the pressure!

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Todd Sisto answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Quit smoking or live: With it- includes 2d hand smoke. High protein diet. Relieve pressure: arm pushups every 15 min if you can do them while in wheel chair. Must have class ii bed ( low air loss ) indefinitely whether at home or in hosp. Must have roho or equivalent seat for wheelchair. Keep clean & hemoglobin >10.5 surgeon or tech must excise any gangrenous tissue and apply wound vac & or plastic surgical flap.

Answered 4/25/2015

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Yes: Take the pressure off of the tissue, wash often and well , keep it clean[dressings], good nutrition and adequate vita, mins and minerals.

Answered 12/18/2012

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