Non-Diabetic Ulcer Clinic
Pressure Ulcers (Bed Sores)
Pressure ulcers form where sustained pressure cuts off blood supply to the skin, usually over bony areas in people who are bedbound or use a wheelchair. They can deepen quickly if not relieved.
Pressure Ulcer (Bed Sore) Treatment in India
Pressure ulcer (bed sore) treatment in India combines relieving the pressure that caused the sore, expert wound care, good nutrition, and — for deep sores — reconstructive surgery to heal the wound and stop it returning. At EDFC, Dr. Ashutosh Shah's reconstructive expertise is especially valuable for advanced pressure sores.
What is a pressure ulcer?
A pressure ulcer, or bed sore, develops when sustained pressure on the skin — usually over a bony area like the sacrum, hips, or heels — cuts off blood supply and the tissue breaks down. They occur most in people who are bedridden, in a wheelchair, or unable to move easily. Severity ranges from reddened skin to deep wounds reaching muscle or bone.
Healing requires removing the pressure that caused it, treating the wound, and supporting the body's ability to heal. Deep sores often need reconstructive flap surgery to close durably — exactly the kind of work a plastic and reconstructive surgeon performs. At EDFC — India's first dedicated foot and ulcer clinic — this is led by Dr. Ashutosh Shah (M.S., M.Ch.) in Surat (Gujarat) and Vizianagaram (Andhra Pradesh).
Who develops pressure ulcers?
- People who are bedridden or have limited mobility
- Wheelchair users and those who can't shift position
- People with reduced sensation who don't feel the pressure
- Those with poor nutrition or thin, fragile skin
- Patients recovering from illness or surgery with long bed rest
When to seek care in India: any persistent red, broken, or open area over a bony point needs prompt attention — early pressure sores are far easier to heal than deep ones.
How pressure ulcers are treated
- Pressure relief — repositioning, special mattresses, and cushions.
- Wound care — cleaning, debridement, and appropriate dressings.
- Nutrition — supporting healing with adequate protein and nutrients.
- Infection control — treating infection where present.
- Reconstruction — flap surgery to close deep sores durably.
- Prevention plan — guidance for carers to stop recurrence.
Why choose EDFC in India
- Reconstructive expertise — flap surgery for deep sores within Dr. Shah's M.Ch. field.
- Whole-plan care — pressure relief, wound care, and nutrition together.
- Dedicated wound care — India's first chain built only for foot and ulcer care.
- Two branches — Surat, Gujarat and Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh.
Content on this page is medically reviewed by Dr. Ashutosh Shah. For carers, see our home care support, or book a visit.
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