Health and Wellness

  Bed sores or pressure ulcers remain a serious health complication for patients and nursing staff. Among older adults, pressure ulcers are related to a variety of clinical and health complications as they can lead to a longer hospital stay and are often connected with feelings of discomfort regarding pain, hygiene, and limited physical ability. Skin characteristics change and deteriorate over the years and other health-affecting aspects come into play that negatively influence the well-being of elderly people. Pressure ulcers (PUs) are one of the most frequently reported preventable adverse events in acute and long-term care settings. Despite progress in technology, preventive measures, and increased healthcare expenditure, PUs remain a major concern. PUs occur most often in individuals with poor mobility and activity and are exposed to prolonged pressure. The elderly are especially susceptible to PU development because of their increasing age and reduced activity and mobility. As...