Pressure Ulcer Treatment

Our specialists help families manage pressure injuries, also called bed sores. We provide expert care to heal skin and restore comfort for those in home settings or long-term nursing facilities.

The Various Stages of Pressure Ulcers

Staging a pressure ulcer helps us evaluate the depth of tissue damage. These injuries result from localized pressure or friction. High risk factors include limited mobility and nutritional needs.

Stage 1

The skin is intact but shows persistent redness. This area involves a pressure injury that does not blanch when touched.

Stage 2

This stage of a pressure ulcer involves partial-thickness skin loss. It may present as a shallow open wound or a clear blister.

Stage 3

A deeper pressure injury where damage extends into subcutaneous fat. The ulcer creates a crater-like appearance in the skin.

Stage 4

This severe pressure ulcer exposes deep tissue like muscle or bone. Extensive medical intervention is required for healing.

Prevention and Risk Factors

Injury Etiology

A pressure injury, or decubitus ulcer, occurs when sustained pressure limits blood flow. Moisture and friction also weaken the skin.

Unstageable Area

If a pressure ulcer is covered by slough or eschar, the depth is unknown. We clear this tissue to reveal the proper stage for treatment.

Deep Tissue Damage

This pressure injury presents as deep purple discoloration under the skin, signifying significant damage to the tissue below.

Recovery from Your Pressure Ulcer

High Risk Groups

Patients with limited mobility or poor nutrition face higher risks for pressure injuries. We provide early assessments to protect the skin and keep it healthy through preventative care.

Offloading the Wound

Healing a pressure ulcer requires removing the direct source of stress. We utilize specialized surfaces to help the skin recover and to prevent new pressure injuries from developing.

Nutrition for Healing

A healthy diet is vital to repairing a pressure injury. Our clinical team helps you optimize protein and vitamin intake to reconstruct damaged tissue and strengthen your skin's health.

Need Help for a Pressure Injury

If you are caring for a loved one with a pressure ulcer, we offer the clinical education and wound support needed for recovery.

Request a Skin Consultation

Schedule an evaluation for a pressure injury (also known as a bed sore) today. Our specialists will create a customized, reassuring path to healing.

San Antonio Clinic

540 Madison Oak Drive, Suite 130Phone: 210-236-1886Email: contact@centraltexaswoundhealing.com

Support for You

We are available weekdays to assist caregivers and facilities with the management of any complex pressure injury cases.