Hi, I am about to bring my bedridden father back home from Hospital. He's 71 years old. The Doctors said he is at risk of developing "Bed Sores". We have bought him a special mattress and we plan to have him on a special diet plan.He has very frail and thin skin. I have researched and found out that there are special clothing and bedding/ Any advice? Have you tried any ? Do they work? Any special clothes or bed sheets?
As the circulation gets worse and the person is in one position for a long time they happen.
Re-positioning will help.
Rolling to one side or the other, alternating will help.
Placing a wedge behind will also help keep the position that you have placed them in.
Gentle massage will help with circulation.
If you notice ANY pink on the skin take action right away. That is the first stage of a pressure ulcer and you want to prevent it from getting more advanced.
Are you going to have someone come in to help? A CNA or a Nurse? They can also monitor what is going on and if you notice anything you can contact them right away. I would call before you put anything on the skin. If you place an adhesive on the skin and they come in and want to look at what is going on pulling the adhesive off can cause more damage.
Good luck,
Carol