Yes, pressure sores, bed sores, and pressure ulcers are all different terms for the same thing. Pressure sores are areas of skin that becomes damaged due to staying in one position for too long and are most often found on the ankles, back, hips, tailbone, elbows, and heels.
According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, pressure sores can begin to develop after only 2-3 hours and those who are in personal care homes, bedridden, in a wheelchair, or paralyzed are most at risk.
Pressure sores can be difficult to heal, and advanced cases can quickly become life-threatening.
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