Expert Mobile Care for Bedsores in Atlanta
Bedsores are a type of pressure ulcer that develops when someone is confined to bed for an extended period. At Preferred Healthcare, we provide convenient mobile wound and ulcer care treatment for patients in Atlanta and the surrounding areas. Our mobile wound care team will travel to your home or healthcare facility to deliver professional treatment while maximizing patient comfort. For those dealing with bedsores, we make quality wound care accessible and stress-free.
Why Mobile Treatment for Bedsores Is Essential
Bedbound patients and those with limited mobility often struggle to change positions regularly. Without regular movement, blood flow is restricted and bones press against the skin. These pressure points can quickly lead to skin damage, starting as reddened areas that can rapidly develop into painful bedsores.
At Preferred Healthcare, our at-home ulcer care specialists quickly identify and respond to early signs of bedsores. Our rapid mobile treatment helps prevent initial skin damage from progressing to open wounds vulnerable to infection. We also treat existing wounds with advanced wound care techniques to promote healing and avoid complications.
Our Treatment Approach for Bedsores
Bedsores are most common at the tailbone (sacrum), hips, heels, ankles, elbows and shoulder blades. The sacral area is particularly at risk due to the amount of pressure placed on the lower back when lying down. Our mobile sacral ulcer treatment provides expert care to resolve these wounds.
- Our specialists evaluate the size, depth and stage of the bedsore.
- We assess the medical history and the risk factors affecting treatment.
- Medication and topical treatment helps resolve pain and prevent infection.
- Our wound care team treats the wound using advanced dressings, debridement and other solutions.
After on-site bedsore treatment our team continues to monitor the wound’s progress. This ongoing process ensures that bedsores heal as expected, and allows for fast treatment adjustments as needed.
Common Questions About Bedsores
Are bedsores painful?
Bedsores can be very painful, with discomfort levels ranging from mild tenderness to throbbing pain. And during movement, when pressure is applied against the wound a patient may feel a sharp, intense pain.
How long do bedsores take to heal?
The time required for bedsores to heal will depend on the wound’s current stage. With professional treatment minor bedsores could heal within a few days, while more severe ulcers might require several weeks or months of wound care. Professional treatment and ongoing monitoring can promote healing and prevent infection.
What are the common signs of bedsores?
The common signs of bedsores include redness and tenderness in locations where bones press against the skin. More severe wounds can develop blisters or open wounds with discolored skin, and the possibility of swelling in the affected area.
Atlanta’s Leading At-Home Ulcer Care Services for Bedsores
Preferred Healthcare brings world-class ulcer treatment to you with our mobile wound care services. For dependable at-home management of bedsores, speak with our team today. Call (404) 919-5708 or schedule an appointment now.
