Bed Sore Treatment

Bed Sore Treatment We've all heard it from our doctors: it's important to stay active. In fact, individuals who work in office settings or who are on long flights are often told to take breaks in order to stretch and take a short walk. Why the concern? A simple look at bedridden individuals, who are unable to move, provides an answer. The constant pressure that is created from remaining immobile can lead to the development of an uncomfortable and dangerous condition known as bed sores.

Bed sores develop when the blood supply to a section of the skin is cut off for as little as three hours. The lack of blood rapidly kills the skin cells in the area, developing a painful red sore. Over time, if left untreated, these sores can become purple and eventually break open, leading to possible infection. If bed sore treatment still isn't pursued, the injury can work deeply into the muscle, causing excruciating pain.

The only way to prevent bed sores is constant care. Bedridden patients need to be moved and repositioned regularly. Any existing injuries need to be disinfected and properly protected. Nevertheless, in many cases, even following the accepted protocol isn't enough and healing can take a long time. Fortunately, with the use of the Neuro Care™ 1000, a revolutionary muscle stimulator, healing can be drastically improved and accelerated--even while at home.

Through the application of the Neuro Care™ 1000, a muscle contraction is used to increase blood flow to the affected area, helping the body repair itself faster. Additionally, the precisely controlled electrical energy stimulates the area muscles that are incapable of moving on their own. This can slow down muscle atrophy while also offering an effective form of bed sore treatment. We provide clinicians 24/7 at no cost to you. Simply call (503) 371-6605 or (888) 671-6605 toll free, or e-mail ems@neurocare.com.